B0032
Front Impact Sensor Performance
1999-2000 BMW 528iT E39 2.8L I6 🇩🇪
Critical SeverityBody
Description
The front impact sensor output does not meet expected performance criteria during self-test.
Symptoms
- Airbag warning light on
- SRS self-test failure
- No driving symptoms
Common Causes
- Sensor internal failure
- Sensor miscalibrated
- Mounting surface damaged
- Sensor exposed to excessive vibration
Diagnostic Steps
- Read SRS freeze frame data
- Compare sensor output to specification
- Check sensor mounting surface
- Inspect for physical damage to sensor
Repair Notes
Replace front impact sensor. Ensure mounting surface is flat and undamaged.
Related Codes
Other Body Codes
- B0001Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
- B0002Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0003Passenger Frontal Stage 1 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
B0032 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code B0032 mean on a 1999-2000 BMW 528iT E39?
B0032 stands for "Front Impact Sensor Performance". The front impact sensor output does not meet expected performance criteria during self-test.
What are the symptoms of B0032 on a BMW 528iT E39?
Common symptoms of B0032 include: Airbag warning light on, SRS self-test failure, No driving symptoms.
What causes B0032 on a 1999-2000 BMW 528iT E39?
Common causes of B0032 include: Sensor internal failure, Sensor miscalibrated, Mounting surface damaged, Sensor exposed to excessive vibration.