(Refer to 28 - DTC-Based Diagnostics/CONTROLLER, Occupant Restraint (ORC) - Standard Procedure). Perform the RESTRAINTS SYSTEM VERIFICATION TEST. Write down this code and reference from the list below. Repair or Replace the (R5) Left Seat Thorax Squib 1 Line 2 circuit for an open or high resistance in accordance with Service Information. If it does not solve the problem check the harness wiring for damage or broken wire. Clean it with contact cleaner and place it back. Remove the drivers side pillar cover, and look at the connector attached to the reel. The drivers side seat belt circuit is open. When done correctly, as the key finishes in the On position, your odometer will read a series of six dashes, then display a Diagnostic Trouble Code shortly after. Open in driver side squib, 2nd step circuit. DTC B1826 is recorded when an open circuit is detected in the side squib (P seat side) circuit. The circuit instructs the SRS to deploy when deployment conditions are met. Then, push the key into the ignition cylinder and (while holding it in) turn it to Off then On three times – making sure to end in the ON position. The side squib (P seat side) circuit consists of the airbag ECU assy and the front seat w/ adjuster frame assy RH (side squib (P seat side)). (R5) Left Seat Squib 1 Line 2 circuit or (R7) Left Seat Squib 1 Line 1 circuit in the left side seat thorax squib 1 component harness for an open or high resistance in accordance with Service. Insert your key and turn the ignition to the On position without starting the vehicle. Do not place an intact non-deployed Seat Squib Airbag face down on a hard surface, the airbag will propel into the air if accidentally deployed.

Left side seat deployment squib 1