Pinpoint Test M : B143A:11: Notes
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Refer to Power Distribution for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
The BCM transmits an event notification signal which communicates crash status and SRS deployment status to the PCM by turning on the fuel pump on Field Effect Transistor (FET). When the PCM receives this event notification signal it initiates fuel cut-off.
BCMDTC Fault Trigger Conditions
| DTC | Description | Fault Trigger Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| B143A:11 | Crash Event Detection Output: Circuit Short To Ground | A continuous memory and on-demand DTC that sets in the BCM if the BCM senses a short to ground on the event notification signal circuit to the PCM. |
Possible Sources
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- PCM
- BCM