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BodyB1A13

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

KOS key4 low battery

17 brands affected · Description from BYD 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 17

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDB1A13KOS key4 low battery BrandBody
CheryB1A13KOS key4 low battery BrandBody
DaewooB1A13No description available Body
DFFXB1A13KOS key4 low battery BrandBody
GeelyB1A13KOS key4 low battery BrandBody
GMB1A13No description available Body
Great WallB1A13KOS key4 low battery BrandBody
HafeiB1A13KOS key4 low battery BrandBody
HoldenB1A13No description available Body
Land RoverB1A13No description available Body
MaseratiB1A13Remote keyless entry fob 4 Battery Low BrandBody
MitsubishiB1A13KOS key4 low battery BrandBody
OpelB1A13No description available Body
PeugeotB1A13No description available Body
ProtonB1A13KOS key4 low battery BrandBody
SaabB1A13No description available Body
MG (SAIC)B1A13KEY ESC Fault 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 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1A13 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzB1A1351Der Ultraschallsensor 6 hat Funktionsstörung. Das Bauteil ist nicht programmiert. BrandBody
Mercedes-BenzB1A1362Der Ultraschallsensor 6 hat Funktionsstörung. Der Signalvergleich ist fehlerhaft. BrandBody

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