BodyB1617

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Clutch relay not closed

15 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 15

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	B1617	No description available	Body
Mercedes-Benz	B1617	No description available	Body
BYD	B1617	PAB third stage deployment control 0 Brand	Body
Chrysler	B1617	No description available	Body
Daihatsu	B1617	L side front electronic sensor communication interrupted Brand	Body
DFFS	B1617	Clutch relay not closed Brand	Body
Hyundai	B1617	No description available	Body
Land Rover	B1617	No description available	Body
Mitsubishi	B1617	Roll rate sensor failure Brand	Body
Perodua	B1617	L side front electronic sensor communication interrupted Brand	Body
Peugeot	B1617	No description available	Body
Proton	B1617	Roll rate sensor failure Brand	Body
Subaru	B1617	No description available	Body
Suzuki	B1617	No description available	Body
Toyota	B1617	Clutch relay not closed 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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1617 and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
SsangYong	B161700	Service alignment azimuth failed - sensor boresight is too far right Brand	Body
Mercedes-Benz	B161711	WakeUp-Line to MM-Box or Charger shortcut to GND Brand	Body

6Related codes

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