BodyB2346

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Coolant temperature gauge input device open fault

5 brands affected · Description from BYD data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car

Safety: This code relates to engine cooling or temperature. Overheating can damage the engine.

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

Wiring or connector fault
Faulty sensor or switch
Water or corrosion in a connector
Control module fault
Low battery voltage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Watch the temperature gauge. Stop safely and let the engine cool if the gauge climbs, steam appears, or a red warning light comes on.

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 5

Brand	Code	Description	System
BYD	B2346	Coolant temperature gauge input device open fault Brand	Body
Chrysler	B2346	No description available	Body
Land Rover	B2346	No description available	Body
Suzuki	B2346	No description available	Body
Toyota	B2346	No 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 B2346 and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
SsangYong	B234600	Fan is not running although it should be on Brand	Body
Mercedes-Benz	B234601	Das Innenraumlicht der fünften Sitzreihe hat Funktionsstörung. Es liegt ein allgemeiner elektrischer Fehler vor. Brand	Body

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