BodyB0046
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Side Airbag Front Driver Loop Short to Battery
Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car
1What it means in plain English
A body system has a fault. Depending on the make, this range can include airbags and seat belts, windows, locks and climate control, and also charging, brake, oil or coolant sensors.
2Common causes
- Wiring or connector fault
- Faulty sensor or switch
- Water or corrosion in a connector
- Control module fault
- Low battery voltage
3Can I drive?
The airbag may not deploy in a crash. Have it checked by a qualified technician; do not work on airbag wiring yourself.
This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.
4Brand data 17
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAIC Motor | B0046 | Side Airbag Front Driver Loop Short to Battery Brand | Body |
| Mercedes-Benz | B0046 | No description available | Body |
| Chery | B0046 | Driver side airbag short to power Brand | Body |
| Daewoo | B0046 | Driver Side Airbag Squib Circuit Signal High Brand | Body |
| DFXK | B0046 | Driver Side Airbag Short to Power Brand | Body |
| Geely | B0046 | Driver side airbag short to power Brand | Body |
| GM | B0046 | No description available | Body |
| Holden | B0046 | Driver Seat Side Air Bag Deployment Loop Short to Battery Brand | Body |
| Isuzu | B0046 | No description available | Body |
| Mahindra | B0046 | Transponder Data Format Error Brand | Body |
| Opel | B0046 | No description available | Body |
| Peugeot | B0046 | No description available | Body |
| Saab | B0046 | No description available | Body |
| MG (SAIC) | B0046 | Backrest/Tilt Common Relay Inoperative Brand | Body |
| Smart | B0046 | No description available | Body |
| Sprinter | B0046 | No description available | Body |
| SWM Motor | B0046 | Driver side airbag short circuit to power supply Brand | Body |
Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.
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