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BodyB1140

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Left front fog light control failure

23 brands affected · Description from Toyota 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 23

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVB1140No description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB1140No description available Body
CheryB1140Rear left radar control circuit current low BrandBody
ChryslerB1140No description available Body
DaewooB1140No description available Body
DaihatsuB1140R side b-pillar sensor failure BrandBody
DFFSB1140No valid sensor ID detected BrandBody
GMB1140No description available Body
HoldenB1140Electronic Control Unit BrandBody
HondaB1140No description available Body
Land RoverB1140Engine crank authorisation BrandBody
MahindraB1140Pedestrian Safety relay output Short circuit to ground or Open circuit error BrandBody
MitsubishiB1140KOS authentification error BrandBody
OpelB1140No description available Body
PeroduaB1140R side b-pillar sensor failure BrandBody
PeugeotB1140No description available Body
ProtonB1140KOS authentification error BrandBody
SaabB1140No description available Body
MG (SAIC)B1140Top clutch switch BrandBody
SmartB1140No description available Body
SubaruB1140No description available Body
SuzukiB1140CONTROL UNIT BrandBody
ToyotaB1140Left front fog light control failure BrandBody

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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1140 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongB114000Driver seat ventilated seat power circuit short BrandBody
SsangYongB1140094-way valve operation error: 12 V side voltage high BrandBody

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