DTC P0642 KIA
Left C-Pillar Impact Acceleration Sensor - Missing Message
Left C-Pillar Impact Acceleration Sensor - Missing Message
Description
The left side impact sensor 2 is located in the C-pillar area. The impact sensors perform their own self-test using power supplied by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) then communicates this status back to the ORC with periodic updates. The repair of this fault condition involves verifying the integrity of the wiring between the ORC and the sensor.
Cause and Solution
(R17) SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO BATTERY(R17) SIGNAL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND(R17, R19) LEFT SIDE IMPACT SENSOR 2 CIRCUITS SHORTED TOGETHER(R19) LEFT SIDE IMPACT SENSOR 2 GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN(R17) LEFT SIDE IMPACT SENSOR 2 SIGNAL CIRCUIT OPENOCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER (ORC
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Diagnostic Info
- DTC Code: P0642
- Brand: KIA