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B0015

Passenger Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground

1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2L I4

Critical SeverityBodyGeneric (SAE)

Description

A short to ground detected in the passenger side airbag deployment circuit.

Symptoms

  • Airbag warning light on
  • SRS fault stored
  • Potential unintended deployment

Common Causes

  • Damaged wiring insulation
  • Water intrusion
  • Pinched wire
  • Corroded connector pins

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Disconnect battery first
  2. Inspect wiring insulation
  3. Check for moisture in connectors
  4. Measure isolation resistance

Repair Notes

Repair the short to ground. Check for water intrusion in door or B-pillar area.

Related Codes

B0014Passenger Side Airbag Deployment Circuit OpenB0020Passenger Side Airbag Deployment

Other Body Codes

B0015 on Other Vehicles

Pontiac Aztek

2001-2005 3.4L V6

Pontiac Bonneville

1990-1999 3.8L V6

Pontiac Bonneville

2000-2005 3.8L V6

Pontiac Bonneville GXP

2000-2005 4.6L V8

Pontiac Bonneville GXP

2000-2005 4.6L V8 Northstar

Pontiac Bonneville SSEi

1992-1999 3.8L Supercharged V6

Pontiac Bonneville SSEi

1992-1999 3.8L V6 Supercharged

Pontiac Firebird

1993-1997 3.4L V6

Common Questions

What does code B0015 mean on a 1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire?

B0015 stands for "Passenger Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground". A short to ground detected in the passenger side airbag deployment circuit.

What are the symptoms of B0015 on a Pontiac Sunfire?

Common symptoms of B0015 include: Airbag warning light on, SRS fault stored, Potential unintended deployment.

What causes B0015 on a 1995-2005 Pontiac Sunfire?

Common causes of B0015 include: Damaged wiring insulation, Water intrusion, Pinched wire, Corroded connector pins.

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