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BodyB1701

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Transponder Antenna Fail

25 brands affected · Description from BAIC Motor 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 25

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BAIC MotorB1701Transponder Antenna Fail BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB1701No description available Body
BYDB1701Intermittent wiper data fail BrandBody
CheryB1701High current fault BrandBody
ChryslerB1701No description available Body
DaewooB1701No description available Body
DFFSB1701No valid standard pressure value detected BrandBody
DFFXB1701Intermittent wiper data fail BrandBody
GeelyB1701Intermittent wiper data fail BrandBody
GMB1701No description available Body
Great WallB1701Intermittent wiper data fail BrandBody
HafeiB1701Intermittent wiper data fail BrandBody
HoldenB1701No description available Body
HondaB1701No description available Body
HyundaiB1701No description available Body
IsuzuB1701No description available Body
Land RoverB1701No description available Body
MitsubishiB1701Intermittent wiper data fail BrandBody
OpelB1701No description available Body
PeugeotB1701No description available Body
ProtonB1701Intermittent wiper data fail BrandBody
SaabB1701No description available Body
MG (SAIC)B1701Actuator Accessory Error BrandBody
SprinterB1701No description available Body
SuzukiB1701Transponder Code Error 1 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 1

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1701 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongB170100Driver seat buckle pretensioner circuit resistance high BrandBody

6Related codes

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