Bring to local BMW dealership. " Repaired under warranty. Reply. No one including service dept technician could do it. Attention!Unfortunately, many mechanics can not do the proper diagnostic - our customers often say they did the computer diagnostic but they still don't know anything and don't have a clue which device they need. The code is for the airbag which would not deploy in the case of an accident if a passenger is sitting in the front seat or not. Apparently this has something to do with a sensor in the passenger seat going bad. The failure mileage 450. Updated 03/01/10. r/BMWi3. I feel your pain. Here are some eBay links to ones you can buy and just plug in http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2060353.m570.l1313.TR2.TRC1.A0.H0.Xbmw+seat+occupancy+sensor.TRS0&_nkw=bmw+seat+occupancy+sensor&_sacat=0.
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Posted by. The downside is that the seat will constantly show that there is a passenger sat there, meaning it could deploy the Passenger Airbag in the event of an accident, even though no-one is there...(extra cost for repairs). I just spoke to BMW US, 800-831-1117, who said that they extended the warranty for this problem through 2019. How to reset bmw f10 2011 550i passenger restraint system fault?
The second link suggests that using a bypass may cause non of the airbags to deploy and they use software instead.
I have searched this online and it seems BMW 3 and 5 series cards manufactured in 2003 - 2008 have this issue. If you are experiencing problems with your car, we strongly recommend seeking the advice of an auto mechanic that can diagnose your vehicle in a repair shop with the right tools. 5. Besides that, there will be an airbag warning light and a seatbelt warning light on the dashboard. Not sure how far back the models that are covered, but my 2006 530i is covered. You can post now and register later. Hi Trevor, thanks for the prompt reply. As the title says, I'm on Day 14 of owning a 2015 i3 REx. Copyright © 2016-2020 YOUCANIC. The site may not work properly if you don't, If you do not update your browser, we suggest you visit, Press J to jump to the feed. Just wanted to make sure that was there for anyone who stumbles across this later. Last night I turned the car on to drive home and received the error "Driver Restraint System Malfunction.
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The components that can be failed are: • crash sensor• airbag control unit• one of actuators: - airbags- seat belt pre-tensioners,- BST - Battery Safety Terminal- seat occupancy sensor and many others.
My VIN is not a part of the recall but the particular model has recall for the same issue.
I'm concerned since it could be a safety issue to me. See I would have thought it would work on the same principle though. Here is another link with more info on the seat occupancy sensor http://bmwspecialistreading.co.uk/seat-occupancy-sensor-removal-software/. The mod is to fit a resistor in the sensor plug (you can buy off eBay or make your own £0.27 cost) therefore by-passing the sensor mat which tears over time and ends up breaking the circuit. The front passenger occupancy sensor in the seat mat has malfunctioned which produces a fault in the passive restraint system preventing the passenger side air bag from deploying in an event of an accident. Day 14: "Driver Restraint System Malfunction" As the title says, I'm on Day 14 of owning a 2015 i3 REx. Driver restraint system fault? r/BMWi3. (FIXED): purchased carly obdii wifi adapter off amazon and ios carly pro and was able to clear the SRS code. Continue wearing seatbelt and consult local dealership.". Here was their diagnosis and response: Found fault for excessive resistance in the driver side airbag module. A detailed message says "fault in passenger-restraint system affecting airbag, belt tensioner or belt-force limiter. I would recommend the £8 bypass unit on eBay (although I built one a total of 27 pence) which will work fine.
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That's what I'm afraid of. The most recently reported issues are listed below. YOUCANIC is a participant in the Amazon affiliate program. Board index BMW i3 Owners Forum Problems / Troubleshooting; 3 posts • Page 1 of 1. It specifically states passenger restraint system fault in airbag belt tensioner or belt-force limiter. Videos
You cannot paste images directly. Depending on the cause, the dashboard warning lights might be on all the time or only when there is a person on the passenger seat. Causes Common problems that trigger BMW restraint system malfunction. My i3 is currently at the dealership being repaired. Join the discussion. It's 7 weeks out of warranty. all problems of the 2009 BMW 3 Series . The club is not part of BMW nor affiliated with or endorsed by BMW in any way. Your link has been automatically embedded. Mercedes A Class W176 - EUROPEAN ONLY - 3 wired mat, Seat occupancy sensor (seat mat) emulators. Day 14: "Driver Restraint System Malfunction" As the title says, I'm on Day 14 of owning a 2015 i3 REx. 2004 BMW530i shows airbag and seat belt warning light, and. Ordered driver airbag module for delivery on Tuesday. Its 7 weeks out of warranty. Arm Posts: 46 Joined: Wed Jan 08, 2020 12:53 am.
Any ideas wether these bypass units are effective or would the software option be better. A bit of searching makes me think this is probably a bad connector and that it'll be covered under warranty, but I'm curious to know if anyone here has already dealt with it. Why. This can cause injury or fatality as the passenger airbag will not deploy correctly.
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