B0035critical severityBody
Side Impact Sensor Circuit - Left Rear
on 2012 Subaru Impreza 2.5L H4 · AWD
What this code means
Malfunction in the left rear side impact sensor circuit. This sensor protects rear left passengers in side collisions.
Symptoms
- Airbag warning light on
- SRS fault stored
- Rear side protection compromised
Common causes
- Faulty rear side sensor
- C-pillar wiring damage
- Connector corrosion
- Rear door repair damage
Diagnostic steps
- Scan SRS codes
- Inspect C-pillar sensor
- Check connector condition
- Measure circuit resistance
Repair notes
Replace rear side impact sensor or repair wiring.
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Other Body codes on this vehicle
B0001
Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0002
Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0003
Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0004
Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0005
Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0006
Passenger Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0007
Rear Left Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0008
Rear Right Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0010
Driver Side Airbag Deployment
B0011
Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open