B0010: Right Front/Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control

What it means

The restraint control module detected a fault in the passenger frontal airbag stage 1 deployment control circuit. The airbag may not deploy as intended in a crash.

How it works

The passenger frontal airbag uses a first deployment stage with a dedicated firing circuit monitored by the restraint control module. B0010 sets when the module detects a fault in that passenger stage 1 control circuit, which can affect how the airbag deploys in a crash.

Common causes

Most likely first.

1. Loose or corroded passenger airbag connector
2. Squib circuit open or shorted
3. SRS control module fault

Symptoms

• Airbag warning light on

How to diagnose it

1. Read SRS freeze-frame and subfault data with a capable scan tool to identify the passenger stage 1 circuit condition.
2. Follow the manufacturer’s SRS safeing procedure, then inspect the passenger airbag connector and harness for looseness, corrosion, or damage.
3. Check the stage 1 circuit for opens, shorts, and poor terminal contact using the manufacturer’s specified SRS method.
4. If the wiring and connector are sound, test the passenger airbag module and restraint control module according to the service procedure.
5. Repair the identified fault, clear B0010, and verify with another SRS scan that the code remains cleared.

Common fixes

• Reconnect or repair a loose or corroded passenger airbag stage 1 connector using approved SRS methods.
• Repair damaged wiring in the passenger stage 1 deployment circuit.
• Replace the passenger airbag module if its stage 1 circuit fails the specified test.
• Replace the restraint control module only if its fault is confirmed by diagnosis.

Can I keep driving?

The airbag warning light means passenger frontal airbag protection may be reduced, including the first deployment stage. Arrange prompt repair and avoid unnecessary trips; do not probe the airbag circuit with ordinary electrical test equipment.