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B0013

Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Battery

1992-1998 BMW 318i E36 1.8L I4

Critical SeverityBodyGeneric (SAE)

Description

A short to battery voltage was detected in the driver side airbag deployment circuit.

Symptoms

  • Airbag warning light on
  • SRS fault stored
  • Unintended deployment risk

Common Causes

  • Wiring harness chafing against metal
  • Connector pin damage
  • Faulty airbag squib
  • Incorrect wiring repair

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Disconnect battery and wait
  2. Inspect wiring for chafing
  3. Check connector pins
  4. Measure circuit for shorts to B+

Repair Notes

Locate and repair the short to battery voltage. Professional service required.

Related Codes

B0010Driver Side Airbag DeploymentB0011Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit OpenB0012Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground

Other Body Codes

B0013 on Other Vehicles

Common Questions

What does code B0013 mean on a 1992-1998 BMW 318i E36?

B0013 stands for "Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Battery". A short to battery voltage was detected in the driver side airbag deployment circuit.

What are the symptoms of B0013 on a BMW 318i E36?

Common symptoms of B0013 include: Airbag warning light on, SRS fault stored, Unintended deployment risk.

What causes B0013 on a 1992-1998 BMW 318i E36?

Common causes of B0013 include: Wiring harness chafing against metal, Connector pin damage, Faulty airbag squib, Incorrect wiring repair.

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