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BodyB1404

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

RF side impact sensor short to ground

26 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 26

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVB1404No description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB1404No description available Body
BYDB1404DC busbar voltage too high BrandBody
CheryB1404F ABG(1)DR. activate circuit short BrandBody
ChryslerB1404No description available Body
DaewooB1404Passenger SIS Circuit Low Voltage BrandBody
DFFXB1404F ABG(1)DR. activate circuit short BrandBody
GeelyB1404F ABG(1)DR. activate circuit short BrandBody
GMB1404RF side impact sensor short to ground BrandBody
Great WallB1404F ABG(1)DR. activate circuit short BrandBody
HafeiB1404F ABG(1)DR. activate circuit short BrandBody
HoldenB1404Battery Voltage BrandBody
HondaB1404Telematics Control Unit Malfunction BrandBody
HyundaiB1404No description available Body
Land RoverB1404Charging system BrandBody
MaseratiB1404Right front audio speaker output circuit resistance below threshold BrandBody
MitsubishiB1404F ABG(1)DR. active circuit short BrandBody
OpelB1404RF side impact sensor short to ground BrandBody
PeugeotB1404No description available Body
ProtonB1404F ABG(1)DR. active circuit short BrandBody
SaabB1404Masseschluss, Seitenaufprallsensor VR BrandBody
SmartB1404No description available Body
SprinterB1404No description available Body
SubaruB1404No description available Body
SuzukiB1404CONTROL UNIT BrandBody
TataB1404Buzzer Output Open /short To Ground 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 7

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1404 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
HyundaiB140400The SRSCM sets DTC if there is a short to ground in PSIS harness BrandBody
SsangYongB140400SIS(Side impact sensor) front-passenger circuit short to ground BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB140411No description available Body
SmartB140411No description available Body
SprinterB140411No description available Body
Mercedes-BenzB140413No description available Body
SmartB140413No description available Body

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