Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open
1993-1998 Fiat Cinquecento 0.9L I4 Fire
Description
An open circuit was detected in the driver side airbag deployment loop. The airbag will not deploy in a side impact with this fault.
Symptoms
- Airbag warning light on
- SRS fault stored
- Driver side airbag inoperative
Common Causes
- Disconnected airbag connector
- Broken wire in seat or door
- Faulty airbag squib
- Aftermarket seat cover interfering with connector
Diagnostic Steps
- Check driver side airbag connector
- Inspect wiring from seat to B-pillar
- Measure deployment loop resistance
- Remove aftermarket seat covers and recheck
Repair Notes
Reconnect or repair the open circuit. Check for aftermarket accessories that may have dislodged the connector.
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
- B0012Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground
- B0013Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Battery
- B0014Passenger Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open
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Common Questions
What does code B0011 mean on a 1993-1998 Fiat Cinquecento?
B0011 stands for "Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open". An open circuit was detected in the driver side airbag deployment loop. The airbag will not deploy in a side impact with this fault.
What are the symptoms of B0011 on a Fiat Cinquecento?
Common symptoms of B0011 include: Airbag warning light on, SRS fault stored, Driver side airbag inoperative.
What causes B0011 on a 1993-1998 Fiat Cinquecento?
Common causes of B0011 include: Disconnected airbag connector, Broken wire in seat or door, Faulty airbag squib, Aftermarket seat cover interfering with connector.