B0003
Driver Frontal Deployment Loop Resistance Low
The SRS module has detected that the resistance in the driver frontal airbag deployment loop is below the expected range, suggesting a short or partial short between the squib leads. The airbag warning lamp is illuminated.
- Check engine light: Not always
- Emissions related: No
- Repair difficulty: hard
Symptoms
- Warning light or symbol related to the affected system
- Comfort or safety function impaired
Common causes
Ordered by how often each turns out to be the cause.
- Shorted squib leads in clock spring or wiringCommon
- Internal short within driver airbag modulePossible
- Connector corrosion bridging pinsPossible
Parts involved
- Driver Airbag Module
- Clock Spring
- Srs Wiring
B0003 is a generic OBD-II code defined by SAE J2012. Exact wording and diagnostic procedure vary by manufacturer and model. Code definitions are drawn from the public-domain OBDex dataset; the workshop notes are our own.