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1996 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

3.4L V6RWDAUTOMATICgas
5 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor492Torque3652Fluid7DTC654Battery1Maintenance0Recalls5
B0025critical severityBody

Driver Curtain Airbag Circuit Resistance Low

on 1996 Toyota 4Runner 3.4L V6 · RWD

What this code means

The driver side curtain airbag circuit resistance is lower than specification, possibly indicating a short between deployment leads.

Symptoms

  • Airbag warning light on
  • SRS fault stored
  • Risk of premature deployment

Common causes

  • Partial short between deployment wires
  • Contaminated connector
  • Damaged wiring insulation
  • Faulty squib

Diagnostic steps

  1. Disconnect battery and wait 10 minutes
  2. Measure circuit resistance
  3. Inspect wiring for insulation damage
  4. Check for contamination in connector

Repair notes

Repair any insulation damage. Replace curtain airbag if squib is faulty. Professional service required.

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