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BodyB162C

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Accessory positive relay control and status are inconsistent

13 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

  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 13

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDB162CDriver side-airbag resistance high BrandBody
DaewooB162CNo description available Body
DFFSB162CAccessory positive relay control and status are inconsistent BrandBody
GMB162CNo description available Body
HoldenB162CNo description available Body
HyundaiB162CNo description available Body
Land RoverB162CNo description available Body
OpelB162CNo description available Body
PeugeotB162CNo description available Body
SaabB162CNo description available Body
SuzukiB162CNo description available Body
TataB162CNo description available Body
ToyotaB162CAccessory positive relay control and status are inconsistent 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 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B162C and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
HyundaiB162C00If a camera output signal is not received at the SVM ECU, DTC will set.A Blue Screen on the Headunit display screen indicates an error in camera output BrandBody
SsangYongB162C00Requested range gate length is not adjustable BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB162C01Der Ausgang für Kühllüfter Hauptlicht links hat Funktionsstörung. Es liegt ein allgemeiner elektrischer Fehler vor. BrandBody

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