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BodyB131C

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Passenger cabin blower failure

12 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 12

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorB131CInstrument Board Switch Illumination Short to Ground BrandBody
DaewooB131CNo description available Body
DFFSB131CPassenger cabin blower failure BrandBody
GMB131CNo description available Body
HoldenB131CRetractable Roof Front Close Out Panel Position BrandBody
Land RoverB131CRear seat - Recline motor relay control BrandBody
MahindraB131CPrevious to Previous PKE Random Number Block A read Error BrandBody
OpelB131CNo description available Body
PeugeotB131CNo description available Body
SaabB131CNo description available Body
TataB131CNo description available Body
ToyotaB131CPassenger cabin blower 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 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B131C and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongB131C00CAN: communication interruption(bus off) BrandBody

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