Right Hood Hinge Pedestrian Protection Squib
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B276C RAM Possible Causes
- Faulty Right Electronic Pedestrian Hood Hinge Actuator
- Right Electronic Pedestrian Hood Hinge Actuator harness is open or shorted
- Right Electronic Pedestrian Hood Hinge Actuator circuit poor electrical connection
- Faulty Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
How do I fix code B276C RAM?
Check the “Possible Causes” listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector’s pins.
Cost of diagnosing the B276C RAM code
The cost of diagnosing the B276C RAM code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.
Possible Symptoms
- Air Bag Warning Light ON
B276C RAM Description
When powered, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) sends a test current to the Electronic Pedestrian Protection actuator squibs to verify the integrity of the squib and the wiring. The ORC is powered by a Ignition Run/Start control output circuit through the ORC module connector. The ORC sends out a 40mA diagnostic current on each squib voltage supply circuit at power up and every 200ms thereafter while the ignition is in on.
The ORC will set this Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) if it detects low resistance between the Electronic Pedestrian Protection Module (EPPM) Squib 2 circuits. The DTC will set when the EPPM squib 2 circuits become shorted together for more than 2.5 seconds. The DTC will go from active to stored when the module sees a recovery from the shorted together for more than 2.6 seconds.