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2011 BMW M3 E90

4.0L V8 S65RWDDCTgas
Repairs0Labor499Torque3925Fluid7DTC898Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
B0001critical severityBody

Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control

on 2011 BMW M3 E90 4.0L V8 S65 · RWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the driver frontal airbag stage 1 deployment circuit.

Symptoms

  • Airbag warning light on
  • Airbag may not deploy in crash

Common causes

  • Faulty airbag module
  • Clock spring failure
  • Wiring issue
  • Airbag control module fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Scan airbag module for codes
  2. Test clock spring continuity
  3. Inspect wiring under steering column
  4. Check airbag module connector

Repair notes

Safety critical. Have airbag system serviced by qualified technician. Do not attempt DIY airbag repair.

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