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BodyB1388

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Corto a Bat Circuito Sensor Posición Asiento DI

16 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 16

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVB1388No description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB1388No description available Body
CheryB1388Defrost control circuit open BrandBody
DaewooB1388No description available Body
GMB1388Corto a Bat Circuito Sensor Posición Asiento DI BrandBody
HoldenB1388No description available Body
HondaB1388No description available Body
HyundaiB1388No description available Body
IsuzuB1388No description available Body
Land RoverB1388Right Mirror Vertical Position Sensor BrandBody
OpelB1388Corto a Bat Circuito Sensor Posición Asiento DI BrandBody
PeugeotB1388No description available Body
ProtonB1388No description available Body
SaabB1388Corto a Bat Circuito Sensor Posición Asiento DI BrandBody
SuzukiB1388Passenger seat belt buckle sensor performance problem BrandBody
ToyotaB1388No 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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1388 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongB138800Open circuit or short circuit to B+ in driver seat track position sensor BrandBody
MahindraB138816Cabin Heater - Under Voltage Fault For HV BrandBody

6Related codes

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