Clearing Rear Restraint Fault Code

snorkelface · 12-29-2018, 06:04 PM

While I was finishing up the install of my H&R springs and spacers, I cut (actually pulled off) the wires going to the passenger rear seat belt tensioner. I repaired the wiring, but the error code won't go away. Any suggestions?

Rulz · 11-26-2019, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by snorkelface

While I was finishing up the install of my H&R springs and spacers, I cut (actually pulled off) the wires going to the passenger rear seat belt tensioner. I repaired the wiring, but the error code won't go away. Any suggestions?

Did you fix it ?

Qsilver7 · 11-30-2019, 08:59 AM

I've never seen any interruption of an SRS (supplemental restraint system) connection/connector that didn't require a dedicated SRS tool or software to clear and reset the system.

If you disconnect or interrupt any air bag or seat belt electrical connector while the car is powered...a simple "plug-it-back-in" won't be the fix. You'll need to use an SRS tool to check, clear, & reset the system so that it is absolutely clear that the issue is fixed/repaired and works correctly. Since the SRS system deals with the safety of life & limb...driveway hacks aren't enough to get around the system. If someone gets injured (severely or fatally)...car maufactureres are on the line for high dollar law suits. So the system is designed to not be easily fooled. If you have a malfunction...it is made known until it is correctly fixed.

LuvMyE92 · 12-03-2019, 10:18 AM

I wonder if splicing the cut wire changed the resistance at all, which would cause the system to think that something is wrong and set the code. If it can't be reset, I'd look at replacing that portion of the harness.

12-29-2018, 06:04 PM	#1
snorkelface New Member 11 Rep 12 Posts Drives: 2019 530e Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA iTrader: (0)	Clearing Rear Restraint Fault Code While I was finishing up the install of my H&R springs and spacers, I cut (actually pulled off) the wires going to the passenger rear seat belt tensioner. I repaired the wiring, but the error code won't go away. Any suggestions?
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Qsilver7 Major General 4412 Rep 7,449 Posts Drives: F06 650ix GC / F15 X5 50i Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Indiana, USA iTrader: (0)	I've never seen any interruption of an SRS (supplemental restraint system) connection/connector that didn't require a dedicated SRS tool or software to clear and reset the system. If you disconnect or interrupt any air bag or seat belt electrical connector while the car is powered...a simple "plug-it-back-in" won't be the fix. You'll need to use an SRS tool to check, clear, & reset the system so that it is absolutely clear that the issue is fixed/repaired and works correctly. Since the SRS system deals with the safety of life & limb...driveway hacks aren't enough to get around the system. If someone gets injured (severely or fatally)...car maufactureres are on the line for high dollar law suits. So the system is designed to not be easily fooled. If you have a malfunction...it is made known until it is correctly fixed. __________________ 2015 F06 650ix Gran Coupe`(Moonstone/Cohiba Brown)\| 2014 F15 X5 50i MSport (Space Gray/Mocha) Become a BMW CCA member! Click HERE to join and feel free to use my BMW CCA member #191509 as a referral.
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12-03-2019, 10:18 AM	#4
LuvMyE92 Occasionally frequent poster 3000 Rep 2,744 Posts Drives: CT5V-Blackwing Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: RTP NC, USA iTrader: (0)	I wonder if splicing the cut wire changed the resistance at all, which would cause the system to think that something is wrong and set the code. If it can't be reset, I'd look at replacing that portion of the harness. __________________ Current inventory: F22 & G05 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing w/3 pedals Past: E24,E28(3),E34,E36,E37,E38(2),E39(4),E46,E89,E92 (obviously),F01,F06,F10,F30,F87,G12,G30(2),G82(2)
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