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1997 DODGE RAM VAN

3.9L V64WDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor505Torque3692Fluid9DTC638Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
U0151critical severityNetwork

Lost Communication with Restraint Control Module

on 1997 Dodge Ram Van 3.9L V6 · 4WD

What this code means

Cannot communicate with the airbag/SRS control module.

Symptoms

  • Airbag light on
  • Seatbelt pretensioners disabled
  • No airbag protection

Common causes

  • SRS module power failure
  • CAN bus issue
  • Module failure
  • Fuse blown

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check SRS fuse
  2. Test module power
  3. Check CAN wiring

Repair notes

Safety critical. Check fuses. Professional service recommended.

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