Safety Warning
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.
Pinpoint Test GA: Passenger Buckle Sensor: Notes
Refer to appropriate Supplemental Restraint System in OEM Wiring Diagrams article, for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
The RCM continuously monitors the passenger seatbelt buckle switch circuit for the following faults:
- Open circuit
- Short to voltage
- Short to ground
- Faulted passenger seatbelt buckle switch
If a fault is detected, the RCM stores DTC B0052:11, B0052:12, B0052:13 or B0052:1D in memory and sends a message to the IPC to illuminate the airbag warning indicator.
PPT G RCM DTC FAULT TRIGGER CONDITIONS
| DTC | Description | Fault Trigger Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| B0052:11 | Passenger Seatbelt Sensor: Circuit Short to Ground | Sets when the RCM senses a short to ground from the passenger seatbelt buckle switch. |
| B0052:12 | Passenger Seatbelt Sensor: Circuit Short to Battery | Sets when the RCM senses a short to voltage from the passenger seatbelt buckle switch. |
| B0052:13 | Passenger Seatbelt Sensor: Circuit Open | Sets when the RCM senses an open from either passenger seatbelt buckle switch circuit. |
| B0052:1D | Passenger Seatbelt Sensor: Circuit Current Out of Range | Sets when the RCM senses current out of an acceptable range between the passenger seatbelt buckle switch circuit. |
Possible Causes
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Passenger seatbelt buckle switch
- RCM
Visual Inspection and Diagnostic Pre-checks
- Inspect for a damaged passenger seatbelt buckle.
- Inspect for damaged wiring harness(es).
- Inspect for loose or damaged connectors.
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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.
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