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BodyB101D

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

30 = ECU(Electronic control unit) failure

19 brands affected · Description from Ford data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car

1What it means in plain English

A body system has a fault. Depending on the make, this range can include airbags and seat belts, windows, locks and climate control, and also charging, brake, oil or coolant sensors.

2Common causes

  1. Wiring or connector fault
  2. Faulty sensor or switch
  3. Water or corrosion in a connector
  4. Control module fault
  5. Low battery voltage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Do not assume this code is safe to drive. If it concerns the brakes, brake vacuum, charging/alternator, engine oil or coolant, have it diagnosed before driving. Airbags or seat belts may not work in a crash, and a brake or charging fault can leave the car unsafe or stranded. For convenience systems (windows, locks, climate), have it checked when convenient.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 19

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzB101DNo description available Body
CheryB101DTheft Horn Relay BrandBody
DaewooB101DNo description available Body
DFFSB101DDetonation 4 configuration invalid BrandBody
FordB101D30 = ECU(Electronic control unit) failure BrandBody
GMB101DNo description available Body
Great WallB101DDetonation circuit 4 invalid configuration BrandBody
HoldenB101DEEPROM Performance/Malfunction BrandBody
IsuzuB101DNo description available Body
Land RoverB101DNo description available Body
MaseratiB101DNo description available Body
MazdaB101D30 = ECU(Electronic control unit) failure BrandBody
OpelB101DNo description available Body
PeugeotB101DNo description available Body
SaabB101DNo description available Body
SmartB101DNo description available Body
SprinterB101DNo description available Body
TataB101DNo description available Body
VolkswagenB101DNo description available Body

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 6

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B101D and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongB101D00Local battery voltage too low BrandBody
VolkswagenB101D02No description available Body
MahindraB101D04Watch Dog Timer Reset Counter and Reason for Reset BrandBody
MahindraB101D09CD / DVD Mechanism Failure BrandBody
SsangYongB101D13Blower motor circuit open BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB101D91Sensor 1 of the pressure and temperature sensor for the refrigerant compressor of the roof-mounted air conditioning system has a malfunction. The parameter is outside the permissible range. BrandBody

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