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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1087 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC B0081CIRCUIT/SYSTEM VERIFICATION
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Circuit/System Verification

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Circuit/System Verification
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    IMPORTANT:
    • A DTC B0081 set in history may not clear until the PPS module enters the sleep mode.
    • When removing connectors inspect for damage, corrosion or poor connection. Damage or corrosion in the following requires repair or replacement of the affected component/connector.
    • The PPS module
    • The SDM module
    • The PPS module harness connector
    • The SDM wiring harness connector
  1. Ignition ON, with a scan tool retrieve DTCs from the PPS.
  2. Ensure DTC B0081 5A is not set as current.
    • If DTC B0081 5A is current, replace the PPS.
  3. Ensure DTC B0081 4B is not set as current.
  4. With a scan tool, clear the DTCs from the PPS. All PPS DTCs should clear.
  5. With a scan tool, retrieve DTCs from the SDM.
  6. Ensure DTC B0081 3A is not set as current.
    • If DTC B0081 3A is current, replace the PPS with the correct part number.
  7. Ensure DTC B0081 39 is not set as current.
    • If DTC B0081 39 is current, replace the PPS.
  8. Ensure DTC B1000, B1001, or U0170 is not set as current.
  9. Ensure DTC B0081 71 or B0081 0F is not set.
    • If DTC B0081 71 or B0081 0F is set, Clear the SDM DTCs. No other repairs are necessary.

Clearing DTC B0081

  1. To enter the sleep mode, remove the scan tool, turn the ignition OFF, open and close the driver door.
  2. With the ignition OFF and all doors closed, wait 30 seconds.
  3. With a scan tool, clear DTC B0081. The DTC should now be cleared.
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