B1830 Short in the curtain shield squib right circuit
What does B1830 mean on a Toyota?
B1830. Short in the curtain shield squib right circuit. The right roof airbag loop reads a short and the SRS light stays on. This Toyota-enhanced code applies to Toyota, Lexus and Scion models that use this code.
Common causes of B1830
- Damaged squib wire in the airbag circuit
- Faulty curtain shield airbag assembly
- Corroded or loose squib connector
- Failed center airbag sensor assembly
- Short or open in the airbag harness
How to fix B1830
- Disconnect the battery and wait before touching SRS circuits
- Confirm the code with an SRS-capable scan tool
- Inspect and reseat the squib connector
- Test the squib circuit for opens and shorts
- Replace the airbag part only after tests fail