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BodyB1213

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

PTC heating component fault

22 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 22

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVB1213No description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB1213No description available Body
BYDB1213PTC heating component fault BrandBody
CheryB1213Passenger side airbag curtain airbag denoted BrandBody
DaewooB1213No description available Body
DFFSB1213No description available Body
FordB1213No description available Body
GeelyB1213Front Passenger Seatbelt Pretensioner Igniter Connecting to Battery BrandBody
GMB1213No description available Body
HoldenB1213Right Low Beam Control Circuit BrandBody
HondaB1213No description available Body
HyundaiB1213No description available Body
Land RoverB1213No description available Body
MazdaB1213No description available Body
OpelB1213No description available Body
PeugeotB1213No description available Body
ProtonB1213No description available Body
SaabB1213No description available Body
SmartB1213No description available Body
SprinterB1213No description available Body
SuzukiB1213RH1 SAT-SENS BrandBody
ToyotaB1213No 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 9

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1213 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
HyundaiB121300If abnormal Front Right Sensor operation signal is detected, BCM sets DTC BrandBody
MahindraB121300Loop Enabled due to vehicle Scrap BrandBody
SsangYongB121300Closing fault BrandBody
SsangYongB121307Closing fault BrandBody
MahindraB121312ACN Battery BrandBody
MahindraB121314ACN Ground Or Open BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB121349The actuator motor for the right front air distribution flap has a malfunction. There is an internal electrical fault. BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB121351Der Stellmotor für Luftverteilungsklappe vorn rechts hat Funktionsstörung. Das Bauteil ist nicht programmiert. BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB121387Der Stellmotor für Luftverteilungsklappe vorn rechts hat Funktionsstörung. Botschaft fehlt. BrandBody

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