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BodyB161F

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

L side front electronic sensor ID abnormal

6 brands affected · Description from Daihatsu 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 6

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
DaihatsuB161FL side front electronic sensor ID abnormal BrandBody
HyundaiB161FNo description available Body
Land RoverB161FNo description available Body
PeroduaB161FL side front electronic sensor ID abnormal BrandBody
TataB161FNo description available Body
ToyotaB161FNo 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 4

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B161F and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzB161F00Die Taste 'SOS' klemmt. BrandBody
SsangYongB161F00Noise floor inhomogeneous over range gates BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB161F11Teleaid-Funktions-LED 'SOS'. Es liegt ein Kurzschluss nach Masse vor. - circuit short to ground BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB161F13Beleuchtung SOS defekt BrandBody

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