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2009 AUDI A4

3.2L V6AWDAUTOMATICgas
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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B0015critical severityBody

Passenger Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground

on 2009 Audi A4 3.2L V6 · AWD

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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