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DTC B1793-12: Load Sensor for Occupant Detection System Circuit Short to Battery [12/2024 - ]: Procedure
- CHECK CONNECTION OF CONNECTORS
Pre-procedure1
- Turn the ignition switch off.
- Disconnect the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal, and wait for at least 60 seconds.
- Check that the connectors are properly connected to the airbag ECU assembly and front seat adjuster assembly RH.
OK
The connectors are properly connected.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Post-procedure1
- None
Result:
NG
CONNECT CONNECTORS PROPERLY
Result:
OK
See step 2
- CHECK CONNECTORS
Pre-procedure1
- Disconnect the airbag ECU assembly connector.
*1 Front Seat Adjuster Assembly RH *2 Airbag ECU Assembly *3 Wire Harness - Disconnect the front seat adjuster assembly RH connector.
- Check that the terminals of the connectors are not deformed or damaged.
OK
The terminals are not deformed or damaged.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Post-procedure1
- None
Result:
NG
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
Result:
OK
See step 3
- Disconnect the airbag ECU assembly connector.
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (AIRBAG ECU ASSEMBLY - FRONT SEAT ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY RH)
Pre-procedure1
- Connect the cable to the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal, and wait for at least 2 seconds.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
*1 Front Seat Adjuster Assembly RH *2 Airbag ECU Assembly *3 Wire Harness *a Front view of wire harness connector
(to Airbag ECU Assembly)*b Front view of wire harness connector
(to Front Seat Adjuster Assembly RH (Front Occupant Classification Sensor LH))*c Front view of wire harness connector
(to Front Seat Adjuster Assembly RH (Rear Occupant Classification Sensor LH))Standard Voltage
Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition Result S3-24 (SVC) - Body ground Ignition switch ON Below 1 V V e10-1 (SVC1) - Body ground Ignition switch ON Below 1 V V e11-1 (SVC3) - Body ground Ignition switch ON Below 1 V V Result
Proceed to OK NG
Post-procedure1
- None
Result:
OK
REPLACE AIRBAG ECU ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [12/2024 - ]
Result:
NG
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
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.