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BodyB1740

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

driver seat front down switch circuit malfunction

20 brands affected · Description from GM 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 20

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzB1740No description available Body
BYDB1740R Turn signal lamp bulb outage BrandBody
CheryB1740R Turn signal lamp bulb outage BrandBody
DaewooB1740Brake Switch Circuit Low BrandBody
DFFSB1740The electronic steering lock is not unlocked BrandBody
DFFXB1740R Turn signal lamp bulb outage BrandBody
GeelyB1740R Turn signal lamp bulb outage BrandBody
GMB1740driver seat front down switch circuit malfunction BrandBody
Great WallB1740R Turn signal lamp bulb outage BrandBody
HafeiB1740R Turn signal lamp bulb outage BrandBody
HoldenB1740Seat Front Down Switch Circuit BrandBody
HyundaiB1740No description available Body
MitsubishiB1740Turn signal(RH) bulb outage BrandBody
OpelB1740driver seat front down switch circuit malfunction BrandBody
PeugeotB1740No description available Body
ProtonB1740Turn signal(RH) bulb outage BrandBody
SaabB1740driver seat front down switch circuit malfunction BrandBody
MG (SAIC)B1740ESCL reporting Supply Fault BrandBody
SmartB1740No description available Body
SprinterB1740No 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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1740 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
HyundaiB174000The SRSCM sets DTC if there is a short to ground in Pressure-Side Impact(Driver) harness BrandBody
SsangYongB174000Driver Pressure Side Impact Sensor Circuit Short to GND BrandBody

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