Pinpoint Test - DTC: F — 2016 workshop reference 1830

Disconnect Passenger Airbag C256.

Inspect connector(s) (including any inline connectors) for corrosion, loose or spread terminals and loose or frayed wire connections at terminals. Inspect wire harness for any damage, pinched, cut or pierced wires. Inspect RCM C310A and C310B Connector Position Assurance (CPA) lever/lock for correct operation. Inspect Passenger Airbag C256 Connector Position Assurance (CPA) tab to verify that it is correctly seated and free of damage.

Were any concerns found?

Yes	REPAIR as necessary. Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 5 for schematic and connector information. GO to A17
No	The fault is not present and cannot be recreated at this time. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test. GO to A17

A17 CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL SRS (SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)

Ignition OFF. Reconnect all SRS components (if previously disconnected). If previously directed to depower the SRS, repower the SRS. Do not prove out the SRS at this time. REFER to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Repowering (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, General Procedures). Ignition ON.

NOTE: When selecting Restraints from the Self Test menu, DTCs are retrieved from the RCM and OCSM.

Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform Restraints self-test.

Are any RCM and/or OCSM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) retrieved on-demand during self-test?

Yes	Do not clear any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) until all Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been resolved. DIAGNOSE and REPAIR the RCM and/or OCSM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). REFER to: Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Diagnosis and Testing).
No	The repair is complete. RETURN the vehicle to the customer.

Source reference 1830

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