B1790 Occupant classification ECU loses its link to the airbag sensor

Category
Body
Severity
Airbag Light
Applies to
Toyota, Lexus and Scion models that use this code

What does B1790 mean on a Toyota?

B1790. Occupant classification ECU loses its link to the airbag sensor. This Toyota-enhanced code applies to Toyota, Lexus and Scion models that use this code.

Common causes of B1790

How to fix B1790

  1. Disconnect the battery and wait before touching SRS circuits
  2. Confirm the code and check the occupant system
  3. Inspect and reseat the airbag sensor and ECU connectors
  4. Test the communication circuit between the modules
  5. Replace the failed module only after tests fail