Air Bag Code 34
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Air Bag Code 34
Hello All,
I've read a good bit on hear about the air bag alarm codes; however, I can't seem to find a good concrete answer about the code 34.
I know it is "Driver Air Bag Circuit Resistance Low"
I've read that this connection could be in the steering wheel near the clockspring.
I've also read that this code could be for the pretensioner on the seat belt.
I should add that my ABS light comes on intermittently and the cruise control usually does not work. Do you think this could all be due to a faulty clockspring?
So, I'm just not too clear about what the issue exactly is or how to go about fixing this.
I have a 03 Ford Explorer. Thanks in advance for any help you may offer in helping me understand this problem!!
I've read a good bit on hear about the air bag alarm codes; however, I can't seem to find a good concrete answer about the code 34.
I know it is "Driver Air Bag Circuit Resistance Low"
I've read that this connection could be in the steering wheel near the clockspring.
I've also read that this code could be for the pretensioner on the seat belt.
I should add that my ABS light comes on intermittently and the cruise control usually does not work. Do you think this could all be due to a faulty clockspring?
So, I'm just not too clear about what the issue exactly is or how to go about fixing this.
I have a 03 Ford Explorer. Thanks in advance for any help you may offer in helping me understand this problem!!
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This diagram shows the airbag does go through the clockspring "sliding contact".
http://econtent.autozone.com:24991/z...52801de89c.gif
This diagram shows the cruise controls also go through the "sliding contact".
http://econtent.autozone.com:24991/z...52801de842.gif
http://econtent.autozone.com:24991/z...52801de89c.gif
This diagram shows the cruise controls also go through the "sliding contact".
http://econtent.autozone.com:24991/z...52801de842.gif
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Once again, using the incorrect fault table has yielded info that points int he wrong direction.
YOU MUST USE THE CORRECT FAULT TABLE FOR THE YEAR AND MODEL IN QUESTION!.
On an '03 Exploder, LFC 34 indicates there is a circuit fault for the passenger side belt pre-tensioner.
Seriously, do not muck with this system without the factory service manual (at a minimum) in front of you.
You can check the following AFTER disconnecting the battery and waiting one minute.
Check/reseat for pushed/pulled pins at the RCM.
Check/reseat the connectors for the pre-tensioner.
Steve
YOU MUST USE THE CORRECT FAULT TABLE FOR THE YEAR AND MODEL IN QUESTION!.
On an '03 Exploder, LFC 34 indicates there is a circuit fault for the passenger side belt pre-tensioner.
Seriously, do not muck with this system without the factory service manual (at a minimum) in front of you.
You can check the following AFTER disconnecting the battery and waiting one minute.
Check/reseat for pushed/pulled pins at the RCM.
Check/reseat the connectors for the pre-tensioner.
Steve
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Thank you for the info. Perhaps that is why I have seen different causes for the 34 code. If I am hearing you correctly, 34 might mean "Driver Air Bag Circuit Resistance Low" for some models , but on my 03 explorer it is indicating the passenger side belt pre-tensioner. I'll look at the yellow plug under my passenger seat and see if that fixes it. Regarding the RCM, where is it on my car? Steering column?
It sounds like a need a new clock spring regardless of the air bag issue because my cruise doesn't work 99% of the time. Agree?
Thank you again for your help!
It sounds like a need a new clock spring regardless of the air bag issue because my cruise doesn't work 99% of the time. Agree?
Thank you again for your help!
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My '94 F-150 had a code of 34 and it turned out to be the clockspring. It's so noted that your particular code is for the pre-tensioner, but you also mentioned that your cruise-control was not working also. After researching my truck code it was widely noted that the clockspring is mainly responsible for c-c failure. My particular truck did not have c-c, but by replacing the clockspring it solved my code problem. Replacement was quite easy. I believe that I found step by step instructions on the Motorcraft tech website (it costs 10.95 for a 72 hour subscription to the workshop manual) & it gives you instructions that are easy to follow with illustrations.
Good Luck!
Good Luck!
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I have a 2005 sportrac and the airbag idicator comes on.
I got code 34 initially but then disconnected and re-connected the wire harness under the driver seat. Now it flashes code 42.
what does this mean? what can I do to save myself $400 as quoted by my friendly neighbourhood ford dealer.
thanks!
Scott
I got code 34 initially but then disconnected and re-connected the wire harness under the driver seat. Now it flashes code 42.
what does this mean? what can I do to save myself $400 as quoted by my friendly neighbourhood ford dealer.
thanks!
Scott
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I have a 2005 sportrac and the airbag idicator comes on.
I got code 34 initially but then disconnected and re-connected the wire harness under the driver seat. Now it flashes code 42.
what does this mean? what can I do to save myself $400 as quoted by my friendly neighbourhood ford dealer.
thanks!
Scott
I got code 34 initially but then disconnected and re-connected the wire harness under the driver seat. Now it flashes code 42.
what does this mean? what can I do to save myself $400 as quoted by my friendly neighbourhood ford dealer.
thanks!
Scott
Is 42 the driver's side crash sensor fault?
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just a report back to all on my issue...I took my truck to a local garage rather than the crooks at the ford dealership.
Turned out to be the front-middle sensor behind the grill/bumper was causing a faulty reading due to corrosion/dirt/rust on the connector.
the garage replaced the sensor and cleaned all connector contacts which seems to have fixed the problem. no more idiot light staying on!
thanks for the help.
cheers!
Turned out to be the front-middle sensor behind the grill/bumper was causing a faulty reading due to corrosion/dirt/rust on the connector.
the garage replaced the sensor and cleaned all connector contacts which seems to have fixed the problem. no more idiot light staying on!
thanks for the help.
cheers!
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