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2002 FORD THUNDERBIRD

5.0L V8FWDAUTOMATICgas
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor590Torque572Fluid6DTC747Battery1Maintenance0Recalls2
B0015critical severityBody

Passenger Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground

on 2002 Ford Thunderbird 5.0L V8 · FWD

What this code means

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.

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