OBD Guide

C0365

Malfunction In Deceleration Sensor

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$111–333 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Airbag light is on
  • Error C0365 in the ECU memory
  • The passive safety system can be disabled

Causes

  • Faulty deceleration sensor
  • Problems with the sensor wiring harness
  • Short circuit or open circuit in the sensor circuit
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Security ECU malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the sensor wiring harness for damage.
  2. Check the contacts in the sensor connector
  3. Check the resistance of the deceleration sensor (compare with technical data)
  4. If necessary, replace the deceleration sensor
  5. Clear error from ECU memory

Related codes

Error C0365 by Vehicle Brand