Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner Circuit Open
The B0219 code means the vehicle's onboard diagnostic system has detected: Passenger Seat Belt Pretensioner Circuit Open. This is a critical severity code.
- Keep driving?
- Short distances only
- DIY difficulty
- hard
- Estimated cost
- $200 - $900 (parts and labor)
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Common Symptoms
- SRS warning light active
- Passenger pretensioner open fault
- Restraint partially disabled
- Airbag malfunction code
Probable Causes (Ranked by Likelihood)
- Disconnected passenger pretensioner Very High
- Broken wire in passenger harness High
- Previously deployed pretensioner Moderate
- Seat removed without reconnection Low
Step-by-Step Diagnostic Procedure
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Check passenger pretensioner connector
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Verify not previously deployed
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Test wiring continuity to SRS module
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Ensure connector reconnected after seat work
Frequently Asked Questions
Why would the passenger pretensioner be disconnected?
Previous seat removal, child seat installation, or aftermarket work that disturbed the connector.
How do I know if it was deployed?
A deployed pretensioner has a visible mark and the belt may not retract properly.
Can I reconnect it myself?
SRS work should be done by qualified technicians to avoid accidental deployment.
Sources
This page is built from documented references. Verify against your own service info before repair work.
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