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B0055

Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner Circuit Short

2000-2004 Porsche Boxster S 3.2L H6

Critical SeverityBodyGeneric (SAE)

Description

Short circuit detected in the passenger seat belt pretensioner deployment circuit.

Symptoms

  • Airbag/seatbelt warning light on
  • SRS fault stored
  • Unintended deployment risk

Common Causes

  • Wiring insulation damage
  • Pinched wire
  • Moisture in connector
  • Squib failure

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Disconnect battery
  2. Inspect wiring
  3. Check connector condition
  4. Measure isolation resistance

Repair Notes

Repair short or replace pretensioner assembly immediately.

Related Codes

B0051Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner Deployment CircuitB0054Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner Circuit Open

Other Body Codes

B0055 on Other Vehicles

Porsche 718 Boxster

2017-2024 2.0L H4 Turbo

Porsche 718 Boxster

2017-2024 2.0L Turbo H4

Porsche 718 Boxster GTS

2020-2024 4.0L H6

Porsche 718 Boxster S

2017-2024 2.5L Turbo H4

Porsche 718 Cayman

2017-2024 2.0L H4 Turbo

Porsche 718 Cayman

2017-2024 2.0L Turbo H4

Porsche 718 Cayman GT4

2019-2024 4.0L H6

Porsche 718 Cayman GTS

2020-2024 4.0L H6

Common Questions

What does code B0055 mean on a 2000-2004 Porsche Boxster S?

B0055 stands for "Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner Circuit Short". Short circuit detected in the passenger seat belt pretensioner deployment circuit.

What are the symptoms of B0055 on a Porsche Boxster S?

Common symptoms of B0055 include: Airbag/seatbelt warning light on, SRS fault stored, Unintended deployment risk.

What causes B0055 on a 2000-2004 Porsche Boxster S?

Common causes of B0055 include: Wiring insulation damage, Pinched wire, Moisture in connector, Squib failure.

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