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B0019

Passenger Side Curtain Airbag Short to Ground

1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer 1.8L I4 🇦🇺

Critical SeverityBody

Description

Short to ground detected in the passenger side curtain airbag deployment circuit.

Symptoms

  • Airbag warning light on
  • SRS fault stored
  • Potential unintended deployment risk

Common Causes

  • Water intrusion in roof rail
  • Pinched wire
  • Insulation damage
  • Connector corrosion

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Disconnect battery
  2. Inspect roof rail area for moisture
  3. Check connector condition
  4. Measure isolation resistance

Repair Notes

Repair shorted wiring and resolve any water entry points.

Related Codes

B0018Passenger Side Curtain Airbag Deployment OpenB0028Driver Side Curtain Deployment Circuit

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Common Questions

What does code B0019 mean on a 1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer?

B0019 stands for "Passenger Side Curtain Airbag Short to Ground". Short to ground detected in the passenger side curtain airbag deployment circuit.

What are the symptoms of B0019 on a Volkswagen Pointer?

Common symptoms of B0019 include: Airbag warning light on, SRS fault stored, Potential unintended deployment risk.

What causes B0019 on a 1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer?

Common causes of B0019 include: Water intrusion in roof rail, Pinched wire, Insulation damage, Connector corrosion.

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