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B1B53 Chrysler Code - 1st Row Driver Seat Belt Sensor Circuit Shorted Together

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- Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC B1B53 Chrysler?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Driver Seat Belt Buckle Switch
  • Driver Seat Belt Buckle Switch harness is open or shorted
  • Driver Seat Belt Buckle Switch circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
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How to Fix the DTC B1B53 Chrysler?

Review the 'Possible Causes' mentioned above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Ensure to check for any damaged components and inspect the connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the B1B53 Chrysler code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. The specific diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops can differ based on factors such as the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. It is common for most auto repair shops to charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

When is the Code Detected?

This Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) sets when the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) detects the Driver Seat Belt Switch Sense circuit is shorted to ground or the seat belt switch and seat belt ground circuits become shorted together for more than 2.5 seconds. This DTC transitions from active to stored when the module sees a recovery from the shorted together condition for greater than five seconds.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Air Bag Warning Light ON

Code B1B53 Chrysler Description

When powered, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) sends a test current across the Driver Seat Belt Buckle Switch circuits every 100 ms to verify the integrity of the switch and wiring. The DTC will set if the circuits are shorted together for 2.5 seconds and the code will transitions from active to stored when the current returns to normal range for five seconds. The front seat belt switches cannot be adjusted or repaired and, if ineffective or damaged, the entire front seat belt buckle-half unit must be replaced. The airbag warning lamp will display in the instrument cluster for this fault. The ORC monitors the status of the seat belt switch circuits at power up and every 100 ms thereafter while the ignition is in on.

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B1B53 Chrysler Code - 1st Row Driver Seat Belt Sensor Circuit Shorted Together

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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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