BodyB1333

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Passenger seat adjustment authorization output failure

19 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

Wiring or connector fault
Faulty sensor or switch
Water or corrosion in a connector
Control module fault
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

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	B1333	No description available	Body
Mercedes-Benz	B1333	No description available	Body
Chery	B1333	Passenger FIS malfunction Brand	Body
Daewoo	B1333	Replace Passenger EFS Brand	Body
DFFS	B1333	Passenger seat adjustment authorization output failure Brand	Body
Geely	B1333	Passenger Side Airbag Resistance Too High Brand	Body
GM	B1333	right heater discharge sensor fault Brand	Body
Holden	B1333	Replace Front Impact Sensor 2 Brand	Body
Hyundai	B1333	No description available	Body
Land Rover	B1333	Passenger side - Rear seat switch pack Brand	Body
Mitsubishi	B1333	No description available	Body
Opel	B1333	right heater discharge sensor fault Brand	Body
Peugeot	B1333	No description available	Body
Saab	B1333	right heater discharge sensor fault Brand	Body
Smart	B1333	No description available	Body
Sprinter	B1333	No description available	Body
Suzuki	B1333	Left side curtain-air bag circuit short to ground Brand	Body
Tata	B1333	Passenger Front Impact Sensor Defect Brand	Body
Toyota	B1333	Passenger seat adjustment authorization output failure Brand	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 4

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1333 and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
Hyundai	B133300	The SRSCM sets DTC if there is any fault in Front Impact Sensor(FIS)-Drive Brand	Body
SsangYong	B133300	FIS(Front impact sensor)-passenger defect Brand	Body
Mahindra	B133311	Park Switch Input Short Circuit to Ground Brand	Body
Mahindra	B133315	Park Switch Input Short Circuit to Battery or Open Brand	Body

6Related codes

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