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2002 MAZDA B2300

2.3L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor467Torque2446Fluid6DTC697Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
U0151critical severityNetwork

Lost Communication with Restraint Control Module

on 2002 Mazda B2300 2.3L I4 · FWD

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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