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Fault Code B0073

Code meaning, symptoms, possible causes, part number, and estimated cost.

B0073

Passenger Pretensioner - Short to Ground

Severity: High

This DTC indicates an electrical short to ground in the passenger's side seat belt pretensioner circuit. This condition can cause unexpected pretensioner deployment or prevent activation during an accident, jeopardizing passenger safety. Immediate repair at a qualified garage is essential.

Part Details

Part Name

Seat Belt Pretensioner - Passenger Side

Reference P/N (OEM)

N/A

General part number for this fault code — not necessarily for your specific vehicle

Estimated Cost

₪600 - ₪1800

Engine Location

Wiring to the seat belt pretensioner on the passenger's seat

Symptoms

  • SRS/Airbag warning light on
  • Unexpected pretensioner deployment (rare)
  • DTC stored in ECU memory
  • Safety system failure

Possible Causes

  • 1Damaged wiring touching vehicle chassis
  • 2Internal short circuit within the pretensioner
  • 3Connector damage
  • 4Fluid intrusion

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