B1868 FORD, LINCOLN, MERCURY: AIR BAG LAMP WARNING INDICATOR CIRCUIT FAILURE
POST UPDATED IN May, 2023
B1868 FORD, LINCOLN, MERCURY: AIR BAG LAMP WARNING INDICATOR CIRCUIT FAILURE
The Airbag indicator is designed to illuminate for 6 (± 2) seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON. These first 6 seconds of illumination are considered normal operation and this process is known as the Airbag Indicator Output Test. Basically, the function of this indicator is to warn the driver of faults that the SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) may experience.
The RCM (Restraint Control Module) constantly monitors the Airbag Warning Indicator for open or short to ground conditions. Should one of these conditions be detected, the B1868 OBDII fault code will be set.
B1868 OBD2 diagnostic code is set for the following reasons:
To troubleshoot the DTC B1868 OBDII code you must do the following: