Airbag error

[markleon]

Hello. I have Seat Leon 1.4 tsi (2013) and it's airbag light is on. I checked error with Autel diagnostic tool and get fault code B1 0051 A ("Driver head curtain airbag igniter. Resistance too low."). Does anyone know where is the problem and how can I fix it?

 

[Jaco2k]

Just based on that report, I would check the wiring leading to the curtain airbag on the A pillar.
...but would also make sense to put it through a proper diagnostic tool that can measure current - you shouldn't mess around with airbags cause it can lead to a catastrophic failure.
Have you tried resetting the error and seeing it if comes back?
Sometimes in winter with cold and humidity some of these errors appear when the humidity gets through a weak wire.

 

[markleon]

Yes, I tried to erase code with my diagnostic tool (Autel MaxiCheck), but unsuccessfully, airbag light is still on. What can I try before going to the mechanics? In below picture you can see result of diagnostic tool.

 

[Jaco2k]

You should try to use a better tool, such as VCDS or OBDeleven for diagnostic

 

[markleon]

I don't have it. Is there exists cracked version of these diagnostic tools?

 

[KoNG]

check the wires and connector for head airbag, I recommend to do this with unplugged battery

 

[markleon]

You think airbag in steering wheel? You think it's safe if I do it myself (with unplugged battery)?

 

[KoNG]

nope is the head driver airbag, you have to take A-pillar plastic cover off to get access to plug. There may be corrosion that's why the error comes up. if you unplug battery and wait for 10 minutes you be OK, nothing can happen