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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 11 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC TESTSDTC B0041: DRIVER SIDE DEPLOYMENT LOOP OPENDIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Diagnostic Procedure
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Diagnostic Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 Buick Park Avenue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If SIR Diagnostic System Check has been performed, go to next step. If SIR Diagnostic System Check has not been performed, go to SIR DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK .
- Disconnect driver side impact air bag Yellow 2-pin connector located under driver seat. See Figure. If harness connector terminals are damaged or corroded, go to next step. If terminals are okay, go to step 4.
- Replace damaged wire harness. Go to step 14.
- Reconnect driver side impact air bag Yellow 2-pin connector. Ensure CPA clip is installed correctly. Turn ignition on. Using scan tool, check for SIR DTCs. If DTC B0041 is retrieved, go to next step. If DTC B0041 is not retrieved, go to DIAGNOSTIC AIDS.
- Turn ignition off. Disconnect driver side impact air bag Yellow 2-pin connector located under driver seat. See Figure. Install SIR Driver/Passenger Load Tool (J-38715-A) to harness connector. Turn ignition on. Using scan tool, check for SIR DTCs. If DTC B0041 is retrieved, go to step 7. If DTC B0041 is not retrieved, go to next step.
- Turn ignition off. Replace driver side impact air bag. See AIR BAG MODULES under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Go to step 14.
- Turn ignition off. Remove SIR Driver/Passenger Load Tool (J-38715-A) from harness connector. Disconnect SDM harness connector. Check terminals No. B1 and B2 for proper connections. If terminals are okay, go to step 9. If terminals are damaged, go to next step.
- Repair or replace SDM harness connector. Go to step 14.
- Using Digital Multimeter (J-39200), measure resistance between SDM harness connector terminal No. B1 and harness connector terminal "B". See Figure & Figure . If resistance is greater than 0.5 ohms, go to next step. If resistance is equal to or less than 0.5 ohms, go to step 11.
- Repair open or high resistance condition in circuit 2105. Go to step 14.
- Using Digital Multimeter (J-39200), measure resistance between SDM harness connector terminal No. B2 and harness connector terminal "A". See Figure & Figure . If resistance is greater than 0.5 ohms, go to next step. If resistance is equal to or less than 0.5 ohms, go to step 13.
- Repair open or high resistance condition in circuit 2106. Go to step 14.
- Replace SDM. See SENSING & DIAGNOSTIC MODULE (SDM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Go to next step.
- Reconnect all SIR components. Ensure that all components are properly mounted. Clear all SIR DTCs. Go to SIR DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK .
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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.