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BodyB1383

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Device ignition ACCESSORY circuit high

20 brands affected · Description from GM 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 20

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVB1383Fuel Temperature Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB1383No description available Body
CheryB1383washer control circuit voltage low BrandBody
DaewooB1383Passenger Side Airbag Squib Circuit Low Resistance BrandBody
FordB1383No description available Body
GMB1383Device ignition ACCESSORY circuit high BrandBody
HoldenB1383Passenger Seat Side Air Bag Deployment Loop Low Resistance BrandBody
HondaB1383No description available Body
HyundaiB1383No description available Body
IsuzuB1383No description available Body
Land RoverB1383Left Rear Door Handle Proximity Sensor BrandBody
MazdaB1383No description available Body
MitsubishiB1383No description available Body
OpelB1383Device ignition ACCESSORY circuit high BrandBody
PeugeotB1383No description available Body
ProtonB1383No description available Body
SaabB1383Device Ignition ACCESSORY Circuit High BrandBody
SuzukiB1383Driver Seat Belt Buckle Sensor Circuit Shorted to Ground BrandBody
TataB1383Passenger Side Airbag Resistance Too Low BrandBody
ToyotaB1383No 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 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1383 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
HyundaiB138300The SRSCM sets DTC if the measured resistance value of PSAB circuit is less than the threshold value.*In this case, SRSCM checks if there's any fault in circuit by sending current for a while BrandBody
SsangYongB138300Passenger's curtain air bag circuit resistance is too low BrandBody
MahindraB138309Cabin Heater - Controller Temperature Sensor failure BrandBody

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