Latch Motor Circuit Short To Ground
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B117A FORD Possible Causes
- Faulty Latch Motor
- Latch Motor harness is open or shorted
- Latch Motor circuit poor electrical connection
- Faulty Liftgate/Trunk Module (LTM)
How do I fix code B117A FORD?
Check the “Possible Causes” listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector’s pins.
Cost of diagnosing the B117A FORD code
The cost of diagnosing the B117A FORD code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary by location, your vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.
Possible Symptoms
- Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
B117A FORD Description
The Liftgate/Trunk Module (LTM) monitors the Latch Motor. The LTM sets the OBDII code when a continuous memory and on-demand Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) that sets when the LTM detects a short to ground on the latch motor circuit(s) for more than 1 second.