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B0018

Passenger Side Curtain Airbag Deployment Open

2000-2006 Lincoln LS 3.0L V6

Critical SeverityBodyGeneric (SAE)

Description

Open circuit detected in the passenger side curtain airbag deployment loop.

Symptoms

  • Airbag warning light on
  • SRS code stored
  • Passenger curtain airbag inoperative

Common Causes

  • Disconnected connector
  • Broken wire in roof rail
  • Faulty curtain airbag
  • Body repair damage

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Inspect roof rail wiring passenger side
  2. Check curtain airbag connector
  3. Measure loop resistance
  4. Check for body damage or repair

Repair Notes

Repair open circuit. Check for prior collision repair that may have damaged the harness.

Related Codes

B0019Passenger Side Curtain Airbag Short to GroundB0028Driver Side Curtain Deployment Circuit

Other Body Codes

B0018 on Other Vehicles

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2020-2024 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo

Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring

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Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring

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Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring

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Common Questions

What does code B0018 mean on a 2000-2006 Lincoln LS?

B0018 stands for "Passenger Side Curtain Airbag Deployment Open". Open circuit detected in the passenger side curtain airbag deployment loop.

What are the symptoms of B0018 on a Lincoln LS?

Common symptoms of B0018 include: Airbag warning light on, SRS code stored, Passenger curtain airbag inoperative.

What causes B0018 on a 2000-2006 Lincoln LS?

Common causes of B0018 include: Disconnected connector, Broken wire in roof rail, Faulty curtain airbag, Body repair damage.

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