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B0032

Front Impact Sensor Performance

2014-2016 Chevrolet Spark EV Electric Motor

Critical SeverityBodyGeneric (SAE)

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

  1. Read SRS freeze frame data
  2. Compare sensor output to specification
  3. Check sensor mounting surface
  4. Inspect for physical damage to sensor

Repair Notes

Replace front impact sensor. Ensure mounting surface is flat and undamaged.

Related Codes

B0030Front Impact Sensor Circuit - LeftB0031Front Impact Sensor Circuit - Right

Other Body Codes

B0032 on Other Vehicles

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1995-2005 4.3L V6 Vortec

Chevrolet Avalanche

2002-2006 5.3L V8 Vortec

Chevrolet Avalanche

2002-2006 8.1L V8 Vortec

Chevrolet Avalanche

2007-2013 5.3L V8 Vortec

Chevrolet Avalanche

2007-2013 6.0L V8 Vortec

Chevrolet Aveo

2012-2018 1.6L I4

Chevrolet Beat

2018-2021 1.2L I4

Chevrolet Beretta

1990-1996 2.2L I4

Common Questions

What does code B0032 mean on a 2014-2016 Chevrolet Spark EV?

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 Chevrolet Spark EV?

Common symptoms of B0032 include: Airbag warning light on, SRS self-test failure, No driving symptoms.

What causes B0032 on a 2014-2016 Chevrolet Spark EV?

Common causes of B0032 include: Sensor internal failure, Sensor miscalibrated, Mounting surface damaged, Sensor exposed to excessive vibration.

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