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B1650Occupant Classification System Malfunction
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8Original wording in English
SUBARU
This bulletin provides clearer steps for completing the Occupant Detection System (ODS) rezeroing (system calibration) procedure along with a revised diagnostic chart for DTC B1650 (ODS Failure).
SUBARU
This Service Information Bulletin provides a revised troubleshooting procedure and tips to follow when diagnosing a DTC B1650- ?Occupant Classification System Malfunction?. This DTC may also be accompanied by B1760, B1761, B1771 or B1795 as found in the Occupant Detection control module. The new procedure is designed to help avo…
SUBARU
This Service Information Bulletin provides a revised troubleshooting procedure and tips to follow when diagnosing a DTC B1650-?Occupant Classification System Malfunction?. This DTC may also be accompanied by B1760, B1761, B1771 or B1795 as found in the Occupant Detection control module. The new procedure is designed to help avoi…
SUBARU
This Service Information Bulletin provides a revised troubleshooting procedure and tips to follow when diagnosing a DTC B1650- ?Occupant Classification System Malfunction?. This DTC may also be accompanied by B1760, B1761, B1771 or B1795 as found in the Occupant Detection control module. The new procedure is designed to help avo…
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20A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.
| Make | Model | Model year |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus | ES 330 ↗ | 2004 |
| Lexus | RX330 ↗ | 2004 |
| Subaru | FORESTER ↗ | 2018 |
| Subaru | FORESTER ↗ | 2017 |
| Subaru | FORESTER ↗ | 2016 |
| Subaru | FORESTER ↗ | 2015 |
| Subaru | FORESTER ↗ | 2014 |
| Subaru | LEGACY ↗ | 2014 |
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Original wording in English · Historical directory labels; manufacturer applicability has not been established for every entry.
Seat Driver Recline Forward Circuit Short To Ground
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