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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2013REGAL TURBO PREMIUM, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 32 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC B0083-B0088CIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard Trans
Circuit/System Testing
2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard TransSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the B59 or B63 impact sensor.
- Ignition OFF, wait 60 seconds, test for less than 10 Ξ© between the low reference circuit terminal 2 and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K36 SDM.
- Test for greater than 50k Ξ© between the signal circuit terminal 1 and ground.
- If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K36 SDM.
- Disconnect the harness connector at the SDM.
- Test for less than 1 Ξ© between the impact sensor signal circuit terminal 1 and the SDM terminal listed below.
- Left front side impact sensor terminal 19 X2
- Left front impact sensor terminal 23 X2
- Right front side impact sensor terminal 22 X2
- Right front impact sensor terminal 26 X2
- Left rear side impact sensor terminal 27 X2
- Right rear side impact sensor terminal 30 X2
- If greater than the specified range, test the circuit for an open/high resistance.
- If all circuits test normal, replace the B59 or B63 impact sensor. The DTC should not be set as current.
- If the DTC resets as current, replace the K36 SDM.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.