Driver Curtain Airbag Circuit Resistance High
1990-1997 Ford Aerostar 4.0L V6
Description
The driver side curtain airbag circuit resistance is higher than specification, indicating a poor connection or damaged squib.
Symptoms
- Airbag warning light on
- SRS fault stored
- Curtain airbag may not deploy properly
Common Causes
- Corroded connector pins
- High-resistance wire splice
- Faulty airbag squib
- Oxidized terminals
Diagnostic Steps
- Measure circuit resistance and compare to spec
- Inspect connector pins for corrosion
- Check wire splices
- Test airbag squib resistance
Repair Notes
Clean corroded connectors or replace curtain airbag module. Ensure connections meet resistance specifications.
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
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Common Questions
What does code B0023 mean on a 1990-1997 Ford Aerostar?
B0023 stands for "Driver Curtain Airbag Circuit Resistance High". The driver side curtain airbag circuit resistance is higher than specification, indicating a poor connection or damaged squib.
What are the symptoms of B0023 on a Ford Aerostar?
Common symptoms of B0023 include: Airbag warning light on, SRS fault stored, Curtain airbag may not deploy properly.
What causes B0023 on a 1990-1997 Ford Aerostar?
Common causes of B0023 include: Corroded connector pins, High-resistance wire splice, Faulty airbag squib, Oxidized terminals.