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Seat Belt Indicator Not Operating Properly
2003 Chrysler 300M V6-3.5L VIN MSECTION Seat Belt Indicator Not Operating Properly
Test 1 - 4:
Test 5 - 10:
Test 11:
SYMPTOM
SEAT BELT INDICATOR NOT OPERATING PROPERLY
POSSIBLE CAUSES
- Body control module (seatbelt switch sense circuit shorted to ground)
- Check the seatbelt switch status
- Perform instrument cluster self test
- Seatbelt switch sense circuit shorted to ground
- Seatbelt switch shorted to ground
- Wiring harness intermittent defect
- Body control module (open seatbelt switch sense circuit)
- Check the seatbelt switch status
- Open ground circuit
- Open seatbelt switch
- Seatbelt switch sense circuit open
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.