Engine-Codes - Generic - B1998

B1998 Code - Passenger Side Side Mount Airbag Circuit Open

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|What are the Possible Causes of the Code B1998?

  • Faulty Passenger Side Side Mount Airbag
  • Passenger Side Side Mount Airbag harness is open or shorted
  • Passenger Side Side Mount Airbag circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Restraints Control Module (RCM)

|How to Fix the B1998 Code?

Start by checking the "Possible Causes" listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector's pins.

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|What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code B1998?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the B1998 code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair's diagnosis time and labor rates vary by location, vehicle's make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

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|What are Code B1998 Possible Symptoms?

  • Air Bag Warning Light ON

|What Does the B1998 Code Mean?

The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors the Passenger Side Side Mount Airbag. The RCM sets the OBDII code when the Passenger Side Side Mount Airbag is not to factory specifications.

B1998 Code - Passenger Side Side Mount Airbag Circuit Open

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|Code B1998 Information for Specific Makes

  • B1998 Chrysler Left Power Sliding Door Position Sensor 2 Circuit Performance
  • B1998 Dodge Left Power Sliding Door Position Sensor 2 Circuit Performance
  • B1998 Ford Passenger Side Side Mount Airbag Circuit Open
  • B1998 Jeep Left Power Sliding Door Position Sensor 2 Circuit Performance
  • B1998 Lincoln Passenger Side Side Mount Airbag Circuit Open
  • B1998 Mercury Passenger Side Side Mount Airbag Circuit Open
  • B1998 RAM Left Power Sliding Door Position Sensor 2 Circuit Performance

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Precautions for SRS “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER” Service

  • Never probe the electrical connectors on air bag, side air curtain modules or seat belts.
  • Never disassemble or tamper with safety belt buckle/retractor pretensioners, adaptive load limiting retractors, safety belt inflators, or probe the electrical connectors.
  • Do not use electrical test equipment to check SRS circuits unless instructed to in this Service Manual.
  • Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes. For approximately 3 minutes after the cables are removed, it is still possible for the air bag and seat belt pre-tensioner to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SRS connectors or wires until at least 3 minutes have passed.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of these modules, which increases the risk of serious personal injury or death.

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