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B0496: B0496: Airbag System - Deployment Sensor Circuit Malfunction

on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP

Fix Cost
$200 - $500
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
❌ No
Pro recommended
Your Vehicle
2020 Chevrolet
SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP
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📖 What Does B0496 Mean on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP?

The airbag system has detected a malfunction in the deployment sensor circuit, which may prevent the airbags from deploying in the event of an accident.
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Symptoms

  • • Airbag warning light on dashboard
  • • airbag system not functioning properly
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Common Causes

  • • Faulty deployment sensor
  • • wiring issue
  • • or sensor connector problem
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How to Fix B0496 on 2020 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 PICKUP

1. Disconnect the battery and wait 10 minutes to reset the system. 2. Check and clean the deployment sensor and its connector. 3. Replace the deployment sensor if damaged or faulty. 4. Inspect and repair any wiring issues.

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B0498 Sequential Code

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💡 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