B0003
Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
1999-2000 BMW 323i E46 2.5L I6 🇩🇪
Critical SeverityBody
Description
Malfunction in passenger frontal airbag deployment circuit.
Symptoms
- Airbag light on
- Passenger airbag OFF indicator may light
Common Causes
- Faulty airbag module
- Wiring under seat
- Seat occupancy sensor
- Airbag control module
Diagnostic Steps
- Scan airbag codes
- Check passenger seat wiring
- Test occupancy sensor
- Inspect airbag connector
Repair Notes
Professional airbag service required. Check seat occupancy sensor.
Related Codes
Other Body Codes
- B0001Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
- B0002Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0004Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0005Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0006Passenger Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0010Driver Side Airbag Deployment
- B0011Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open
- B0012Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground
- B0013Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Battery
- B0014Passenger Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open
B0003 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code B0003 mean on a 1999-2000 BMW 323i E46?
B0003 stands for "Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control". Malfunction in passenger frontal airbag deployment circuit.
What are the symptoms of B0003 on a BMW 323i E46?
Common symptoms of B0003 include: Airbag light on, Passenger airbag OFF indicator may light.
What causes B0003 on a 1999-2000 BMW 323i E46?
Common causes of B0003 include: Faulty airbag module, Wiring under seat, Seat occupancy sensor, Airbag control module.