Code result
B0046
Left Curtain Deployment Loop Open
Moderate severity
What it means
An open circuit has been detected in the deployment loop of the left curtain (head) airbag. Curtain protection on the driver side will not deploy.
Is it safe to drive?
Use caution
The vehicle is usually drivable for short distances, but the problem can worsen or affect emissions. Diagnose and repair as soon as practical.
Most likely causes
Broken wire in headliner
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Curtain airbag connector unseated
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
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