B00E2 code meaning
Third Row Center Seat Belt Pretensioner B Deployment Control
What B00E2 means
B00E2 would report the firing circuit of a B-stage tensioner at the centre seat of the third row. This is about the rarest slot in the pretensioner table: a centre seat in row three is uncommon, and a second tensioner stage on it even more so. No manufacturer documents the code. For comparison, the third-row tensioners in Mercedes vehicles are listed only as left and right retractor loops (B00E7/B00E6 in LI54.21-P-070658), and the GLS manual of 2017 likewise speaks of retractor tensioners. A B stage would act on the lap section, as Joyson's lap pretensioner does in combination with a retractor. If the code appears, check first whether the module's equipment coding matches the seats actually fitted.
B00E2 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyWorkshop only
- Typical labor0.3 to 3 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of B00E2
- Airbag indicator stays on after the self-test
- Centre occupant of the third row may lack lap-belt tensioning in a crash
- Safety note: pyrotechnic restraint component – disconnect the battery, wait the specified time and have the work done by a specialist
Common causes of B00E2
- Most likelyModule variant coding expects a centre B stage that is not installed
- PossiblePlug under the third-row centre seat disconnected after seat removal
- Less likelySquib of the centre lap tensioner open or shorted internally
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Third row center pretensioner bSquib circuitSRS control module
What each part of B00E2 means
| B | Body system: airbags, seat belts, power seats, lights and climate control. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| E2 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note B00E2 and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about B00E2
What does B00E2 mean?
B00E2 means "Third Row Center Seat Belt Pretensioner B Deployment Control". B00E2 would report the firing circuit of a B-stage tensioner at the centre seat of the third row. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with B00E2?
B00E2 does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will B00E2 fail an emissions test?
B00E2 is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is B00E2 to fix?
Difficulty: workshop only. A typical repair takes 0.3 to 3 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will B00E2 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.