Airbags

B00D5 — Passenger Airbag Disable Indicator Fault

Severity: medium Safe to drive

What B00D5 means

The restraint control module monitors the indicator that tells occupants whether the front passenger airbag is on or off. B00D5 sets when the indicator circuit gives a wrong signal or the lamp does not match the module's command. The cause can be the indicator itself, its wiring, or the seat occupant detection system.

Symptoms

  • Passenger airbag off indicator stays on, flashes or never lights at startup
  • Airbag (SRS) warning light is on
  • System seems to misjudge whether the passenger seat is occupied
  • Indicator shows a status that does not match reality

Possible causes

  1. Failed indicator lamp or LED for the passenger airbag status
  2. Open or shorted wiring in the indicator circuit
  3. Corroded or loose connector terminals
  4. Faulty passenger seat occupant sensor or classification module
  5. Faulty SRS control module

How to diagnose

  1. Scan all codes with a tool that supports SRS and save the freeze frame data
  2. Look for other airbag or seat sensor codes
  3. Turn the ignition on and watch the indicator's self-test
  4. Inspect connectors and harness under the passenger seat and behind the dash
  5. Test resistance and voltage in the indicator circuit per the factory diagram, with the battery disconnected and SRS safety rules followed
  6. Check occupant sensor data on the scan tool with an empty seat and with weight on it
  7. Clear the code and see if it returns

Common fixes

  • Repair damaged wiring or replace the connector in the indicator circuit
  • Replace the indicator or its module
  • Replace the occupant detection sensor or system and calibrate it
  • Replace or reprogram the SRS module if it is at fault

Questions and answers

What does B00D5 mean?

It is a fault in the circuit of the front passenger airbag status indicator. The SRS module sees a mismatch between its command and the indicator's state.

Can I drive with B00D5?

Yes, the car drives normally. However, the passenger airbag may not behave correctly, so don't put off the repair.

Can I fix B00D5 myself?

You can read codes and inspect connectors. Work on airbag components is best left to a professional, with the battery disconnected and the proper wait time observed.

This is general information about the code. The meaning can differ between makes and models: a scan tool and the repair manual for your car will show the exact cause.