Supplemental Inflatable Restraints

DTC B1016

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) provides an overview of each diagnostic category

DTC Descriptor
DTC B1016 00
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Information Not Programmed

Circuit/System Description

This code indicates that the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) has received an invalid vehicle identification number (VIN) from the body control module (BCM).

Conditions for Running the DTC

System voltage is between 9-16 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

* The VIN is not programmed in the SDM.
* Communication is lost between the SDM and BCM.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTC B1016 is a Type B DTC.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The VIN number is reprogrammed in the SDM.
* A valid VIN is received from the BCM.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

SIR Schematics ([1][2]Air Bag Systems)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector Views)
Description and Operation

SIR System Description and Operation (Description and Operation)
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Connector Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Wiring Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions (Diagnostic Trouble Code Descriptions)
Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Important: When removing connectors inspect for damage or corrosion. Damage or corrosion in the following requires repair or replacement of the affected.


* SDM

* SDM wiring harness


Ignition ON, verify the correct VIN is programmed in the SDM.

If the VIN is incorrect, reprogram the VIN to the SDM. If the DTC resets, replace the SDM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification (Verification Tests) after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for SDM replacement, setup, and programming