B0011critical severityBody
Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open
on 1997 Ford Taurus 3.0L V6 Duratec · FWD
What this code means
An open circuit was detected in the driver side airbag deployment loop. The airbag will not deploy in a side impact with this fault.
Symptoms
- Airbag warning light on
- SRS fault stored
- Driver side airbag inoperative
Common causes
- Disconnected airbag connector
- Broken wire in seat or door
- Faulty airbag squib
- Aftermarket seat cover interfering with connector
Diagnostic steps
- Check driver side airbag connector
- Inspect wiring from seat to B-pillar
- Measure deployment loop resistance
- Remove aftermarket seat covers and recheck
Repair notes
Reconnect or repair the open circuit. Check for aftermarket accessories that may have dislodged the connector.
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
B0010
Driver Side Airbag Deployment
B0012
Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground
B0013
Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Battery
B0014
Passenger Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open