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BodyB1708

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

1F = Power Folding Mirrors Output Circuit Fault

23 brands affected · Description from Ford 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 23

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzB1708No description available Body
BYDB1708Front Wiper Intermittent BrandBody
CheryB1708Front Wiper Intermittent BrandBody
DaewooB1708No description available Body
DFFSB1708Load area lock switch failure BrandBody
DFFXB1708Front Wiper Intermittent BrandBody
FordB17081F = Power Folding Mirrors Output Circuit Fault BrandBody
GeelyB1708Front Wiper Intermittent BrandBody
GMB1708mirror switch R up input stuck high BrandBody
Great WallB1708Front Wiper Intermittent BrandBody
HafeiB1708Front Wiper Intermittent BrandBody
HoldenB1708mirror switch R up input stuck high BrandBody
HyundaiB1708No description available Body
IsuzuB1708No description available Body
MazdaB17081F = Power Folding Mirrors Output Circuit Fault BrandBody
MitsubishiB1708Front Wiper Intermittent BrandBody
OpelB1708mirror switch R up input stuck high BrandBody
PeugeotB1708No description available Body
ProtonB1708Front Wiper Intermittent BrandBody
SaabB1708mirror switch R up input stuck high BrandBody
MG (SAIC)B1708CAN Comms Error During Authentication BrandBody
SprinterB1708No description available Body
SuzukiB1708ECM Code Error 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 B1708 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
SsangYongB170800Passenger seat buckle pretensioner circuit short to ground BrandBody

6Related codes

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