Fix Cost
$200 - $800
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
Moderate
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
❌ No
Pro recommended
Category
Body
System
📖 What Does B0136 Mean?
The airbag system has detected a fault, which may be due to a malfunctioning sensor, wiring issue, or faulty airbag module.
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Symptoms
- • Airbag warning light on dashboard
- • airbag system not functioning
- • or a malfunctioning airbag deployment.
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Common Causes
- • Faulty airbag sensor
- • wiring issue
- • faulty airbag module
- • or a problem with the airbag control unit.
Fix Guide
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Possible Solutions
1. Check the airbag sensor for any signs of damage or corrosion. 2. Inspect the wiring harness for any signs of damage or wear. 3. Check the airbag module for any signs of damage or malfunction. 4. Check the airbag control unit for any signs of malfunction. 5. Replace any faulty components.
Required Parts
Tools
Multimeter
Wiring tester
Airbag module tester
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Need a Pro?
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Quick Stats
Severity
Medium
DIY Friendly
No
Est. Time
1-2 hours
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Related Diagnostic Codes
Other codes that may appear with B0136
B0100
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B0100: Seat Position Sensor Malfunction
Medium
B0101
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B0101: Body System Code B0101 - Lighting
Medium
B0102
Same System
B0102: Immobilizer System Malfunction
Medium
B0103
Same System
B0103: Audio System Malfunction
Medium
B0104
Same System
B0104: Airbag System Malfunction
High
B0105
Same System
B0105: Climate Control Blower Motor Fault
Medium
💡 Why These Codes Are Related:
- • Similar Issues: Same root cause or component failure
- • Related Problems: Often occur together due to system interactions
- • Sequential Codes: Progressive failure stages or multiple sensors
- • Same System: Components within the same automotive system