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Fault Code B0131

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

B0131

B0131 Passenger Seat Belt Switch Circuit Short to Ground

Severity: Medium

This code indicates a short circuit to ground in the passenger's seat belt switch. This can cause incorrect seat belt status readings, for example, showing it as buckled when it is not. The system may not warn about an unbuckled seat belt.

Part Details

Part Name

Passenger Seat Belt Switch

Reference P/N (OEM)

N/A

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

Estimated Cost

₪300 - ₪800

Engine Location

Passenger seat belt switch circuit

Symptoms

  • Seat belt warning light inactive
  • Seat belt chime inactive
  • Airbag (SRS) warning light illuminated
  • Warning message on dashboard

Possible Causes

  • 1Damaged or chafed wiring touching ground
  • 2Internal switch short to ground
  • 3Faulty airbag (SRS) control module

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