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B1793-00

DTC B1793-00 indicates the Driver 2nd Stage Seat Belt Pretensioner circuit resistance exceeds the normal threshold set by the SRS ECU (typically >3 — Atto 3

Safety System

DTC B1793-00 indicates the Driver 2nd Stage Seat Belt Pretensioner circuit resistance exceeds the normal threshold set by the SRS ECU (typically >3.6Ω, standard value approx. 2.0Ω ± 0.4Ω).

In the BYD dual-stage airbag system, the seat belt pretensioner uses a staged ignition design: minor collisions trigger the first stage, and severe collisions activate the second stage to provide additional tightening force.

This fault indicates the ECU detected a high-resistance condition in the second-stage squib circuit, likely resulting from poor contact, wiring harness oxidation, or an internal pretensioner open circuit.

This fault disables the second-stage pretensioning function, preventing optimal seat belt restraint during severe collisions and increasing the risk of occupant forward movement.

Additionally, the fault continuously illuminates the SRS warning light and forces the system into a degraded protection mode.

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Cases Logged
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Causes
Likely Causes — Atto 3
  • 1Pretensioner connector under the driver's seat (yellow plug) is loose, oxidized, or has insufficient terminal contact pressure, causing increased contact resistance.
  • 2Frequent forward and backward seat adjustment wears or crushes the wiring harness beneath the seat frame, causing partial breakage of the internal copper wires or a poor connection.
  • 3Aging, moisture ingress, or manufacturing defects in the seat belt pretensioner internal squib causing resistance value drift.
  • 4Vehicle wading or exposure to high-humidity environments causes water ingress and corrosion at the pretensioner connector, forming an oxide layer that increases resistance.
  • 5Pretensioner connector not fully seated after accident repair, or use of a non-standard substitute resistor during repair.
What To Do
  • 1
    Safety preparation: Disconnect the battery negative terminal and wait at least 3 minutes to allow the SRS capacitor to fully discharge, preventing accidental airbag deployment.
  • 2
    Visual inspection: Check that the yellow pretensioner connector under the driver's seat is fully locked. Inspect the terminals for green oxidation, burn marks, or backed-out pins.
  • 3
    Resistance measurement: Disconnect the connector and use a digital multimeter to measure the resistance between the pretensioner-side terminals. Standard resistance is 2.0Ω±0.4Ω. If >3.6Ω, the pretensioner assembly is faulty.
  • 4
    Harness continuity test: Measure harness continuity between the SRS ECU and the pretensioner. Inspect the harness near the seat rail mounting points for breaks or wear. Resistance should be <1Ω.
  • 5
    Connector handling: If oxidation is present, clean the terminals with electrical contact cleaner and apply conductive grease. Replace the connector terminals or wiring harness assembly if necessary.
  • 6
    Component replacement: If the pretensioner unit resistance is abnormal, replace the complete driver-side seat belt assembly (including the pretensioner). Do not replace the squib separately.
  • 7
    System reset: Reconnect all connectors, turn on the power, clear the fault code using the BYD dedicated diagnostic tool, perform the 'SRS System Configuration and Calibration' procedure, and verify the warning light turns off and the resistance reading returns to normal.
Real-World Cases
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Seat adjustment caused intermittent wiring harness connection

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Qin EV450, 80,000 km. Owner reported the SRS light occasionally coming on and going out after bumps. Scanned DTC B1793-00; live data showed second-stage pretensioner resistance fluctuating between 2.8–5.2 Ω. Inspection found the pretensioner wiring harness beneath the seat had internal damage at the mounting clip from long-term friction—three copper strands had broken, leaving only two connected, creating high resistance. Repaired the harness and rerouted/resecured the wiring. Resistance stabilized at 1.9 Ω; fault cleared.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Connector oxidised after water ingress

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A BYD Qin 100 that had been driven through heavy flooding showed a constant SRS light with DTC B1793-00. Inspection found water stains and copper oxide inside the pretensioner connector under the driver's seat; terminal contact resistance measured 12Ω. Water had entered the plug through the carpet during the flooding. Cleaned the terminals with WD-40 precision electrical contact cleaner, blew them dry, and applied conductive protective grease. Resistance returned to 2.1Ω. Cleared the fault code and it did not return.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Connector not locked after accident repair

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Accident-repaired BYD Qin 80 kept logging DTC B1793-00 after airbag replacement. Found the driver’s seatbelt second-stage pretensioner connector had been seated but not locked during replacement—no audible click. Road vibration backed the plug out, creating high resistance. Reseated the connector until the lock tab clicked; fault cleared immediately.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Seatbelt pretensioner internal squib aging

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A 5-year-old Qin EV300 with no accident history showed DTC B1793-00. Resistance between the pretensioner connector terminals measured infinite (open circuit); wiring harness continuity tested normal. Diagnosed as an open circuit in the pretensioner's internal second-stage igniter (manufacturing defect or long-term high-temperature aging). Replaced the driver's side seatbelt assembly; resistance measured 2.0Ω and the system passed self-test.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Aftermarket seat damaged wiring harness

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A Qin 100 developed DTC B1793-00 after receiving aftermarket electric seats. The workshop found the modification shop had pinched the pre-tensioner harness between the seat frame and slide rail during installation, damaging the insulation and partially severing the copper strands so they intermittently shorted to the body. The harness was repaired and rerouted clear of moving parts, clearing the fault.
Other Atto 3 Fault Codes
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Data confidence: Official This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified technician for diagnosis and repair. Do not attempt high-voltage system repairs yourself.