Network
generic / SAE
U0134
Lost Communication with Restraints System Sensor (Side Sensor)
The airbag control module has stopped receiving data from a side impact sensor. Airbag warning lamp lights up; restraint deployment for side and curtain bags may be inhibited.
SystemNetwork
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupU0
Range / number1 / 34
Possible causes
- Side impact sensor failed medium
- Wiring damage in door or B-pillar medium
- Gateway module routing CAN messages incorrectly low
Symptoms
- Multiple warning lights may illuminate
- Affected modules may go into limp mode or shut down
- Specific functions inoperative depending on module
- Diagnostic tools may show communication faults
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: hard
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 150–700 €
- Estimated time: 0.8–3 h
- Component: side impact sensor
- Component: airbag module
- Component: sensor wiring
Sources
References
sae:J2012