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Front Passenger Side Airbag Deployment Control
🔴 CRITICAL — STOP DRIVING BODY · Airbag / SRS
SRS module detected a fault in the passenger-side airbag deployment circuit.
What You'll Notice
- Airbag / SRS warning light illuminated
- Passenger airbag may be disabled
- Supplemental restraint system offline
Probable Causes
- Clock spring (clockspring) failure — connector spinning contact broken
- Shorting or open in the airbag squib circuit
- Corroded SRS connector under passenger seat
- Faulty SRS control module
Direct Repair Steps
- CRITICAL: Disable SRS before any work — disconnect battery, wait 10+ minutes
- Inspect airbag module yellow connectors under front seats for corrosion
- Test clock spring continuity; replace if broken (driver side unit)
- Clear code with bi-directional scan tool after repair — basic readers cannot reset SRS
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What does B0020 mean?
SRS module detected a fault in the passenger-side airbag deployment circuit.
Is B0020 serious?
It depends on the system and symptoms, but the page ranks the severity and likely causes so you can decide whether to stop driving or continue with caution.
What should I buy before troubleshooting B0020?
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