B1BA5 Airbag Squib Configuration mismatch

B1BA5 code - If an Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) configured for vehicles without side airbags is installed in a vehicle with side airbags.

Possible causes B1BA5 code:
- Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM)
- OCccupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

Diagnostic test B1BA5 code

Step 1. Verify that DTC B1BA5 AIRBAG SQUIB CONFIGURATION  MISMATCH IS ACTIVE

Make sure the battery is fully charged. Turn the ignition on, with the scan tool read ORC DTC

Does the scan tool display active B1BA5 AIRBAG SQUIB CONFIGURATION MISMATCH DTC?

Yes, go to step 2.
No, go to step 5.

Step 2. Check for active TIPM DTC

Verify that the vehicle is equipped with a Occupant Restraint Controller system (OCS). With the scan tool, read the active TIPM DTC.

Is active TIPM DTC present?

Yes, diagnose and repair the active TIPM DTC.
No, go to step 3.

Step 3. Check ORC part number with scan tool

With the scan tool, select ECU view, select ORC, select ECU details and read the ORC part number.

Is the part number correct for the vehicle?

Yes, go to step 4.
No, Turn the igition off, disconnect the 12 volt battery and wait two minutes before preceeding. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury. If the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) is dropped at any time, it must be replaced.

Step 4. Check VIN with scan tool

With the scan tool read the VIN.

Is the correct VIN displayed?

Yes, turn the ignition off, disconnect the 12 volt battery and wait two minutes before proceeding. If the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) is dropped at any time, it must be replaced. Replace the ORC.

No, replace or reprogram the Totally Integrated Power Module.

Step 5. Stored ORC DTC.

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