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BodyB1038

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

R.control temperature open

25 brands affected · Description from BYD 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 25

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzB1038No description available Body
BYDB1038R.control temperature open BrandBody
CheryB1038R.control temperature open BrandBody
ChryslerB1038No description available Body
DaewooB1038Vehicle Speed Signal not plausible with Engine Speed and Injection Mass BrandBody
DFFSB1038Passenger front airbag stage 2 impedance low BrandBody
DFFXB1038R.control temperature open BrandBody
GeelyB1038R.control temperature open BrandBody
GMB1038No description available Body
Great WallB1038R.control temperature open BrandBody
HafeiB1038R.control temperature open BrandBody
HoldenB1038Right Tail Lamp Circuit BrandBody
HondaB1038No description available Body
Land RoverB1038No description available Body
MahindraB1038Hall sensor power Output short to ground BrandBody
MaseratiB1038No description available Body
MitsubishiB1038R.control temperature open BrandBody
OpelB1038No description available Body
PeugeotB1038No description available Body
ProtonB1038R.control temperature open BrandBody
SaabB1038SIR 38 Atual BrandBody
MG (SAIC)B1038Front Wiper Feed back BrandBody
SmartB1038No description available Body
SuzukiB1038FH forward sensor circuit between two wires or short to ground BrandBody
TataB1038No 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.

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