Passenger Seat Occupancy Sensor Circuit Short
2016-2017 Nissan Leaf 30 kWh Single Motor FWD
Description
A short circuit in the passenger occupancy sensor mat causes incorrect classification readings.
Symptoms
- Passenger airbag status erratic
- Airbag light on
- Incorrect airbag staging for passenger
Common Causes
- Liquid spilled on seat damaging sensor
- Pinched sensor mat wiring
- Corroded connector under seat
Diagnostic Steps
- Check for moisture under seat cushion
- Inspect sensor connector
- Measure circuit resistance
- Test with known weight
Repair Notes
Replace sensor mat if liquid-damaged. Repair wiring if pinched.
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
- B0007Rear Left Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0008Rear Right Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0009Rear Center Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0010Driver Side Airbag Deployment
B0063 on Other Vehicles
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Nissan 200SX SE-R
1995-1998 2.0L I4 SR20DE
Nissan 240SX
1995-1998 2.4L I4 KA24DE
Nissan 300ZX
1990-1996 3.0L V6 VG30DE
Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo
1990-1996 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 VG30DETT
Nissan 350Z
2003-2006 3.5L V6 VQ35DE
Nissan 350Z
2007-2009 3.5L V6 VQ35HR
Nissan 370Z
2009-2020 3.7L V6 VQ37VHR
Common Questions
What does code B0063 mean on a 2016-2017 Nissan Leaf?
B0063 stands for "Passenger Seat Occupancy Sensor Circuit Short". A short circuit in the passenger occupancy sensor mat causes incorrect classification readings.
What are the symptoms of B0063 on a Nissan Leaf?
Common symptoms of B0063 include: Passenger airbag status erratic, Airbag light on, Incorrect airbag staging for passenger.
What causes B0063 on a 2016-2017 Nissan Leaf?
Common causes of B0063 include: Liquid spilled on seat damaging sensor, Pinched sensor mat wiring, Corroded connector under seat.