Battery Voltage Low
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B1318 LINCOLN Possible Causes
- Battery defective
- Loose or missing alternator drive belt
- Faulty Alternator
- Alternator harness is open or shorted
- Alternator circuit poor electrical connection
- Faulty Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
How do I fix code B1318 LINCOLN?
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.
Tech Notes
- According to the 1996 Ford Explorer factory service manaual, the B1317 and B1318 codes depends on which module the code was generated.
- B1317
- Four-Wheel Antilock Brake (4WABS) Control Module: Antilock Brake System Problem
- Generic Electronic Module (GEM): Battery Voltage High
- B1318
- Automatic Ride Control (ARC) Module: Suspension Control (Automatic – Electronic Level)
- Generic Electronic Module (GEM): Battery Voltage Low
Cost of diagnosing the B1318 LINCOLN code
The cost of diagnosing the B1318 LINCOLN 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)
B1318 LINCOLN Description
With the engine running, the charging system supplies voltage to the battery and the vehicle electrical system through the battery B+ cable. The voltage that is supplied to the vehicle electrical system is used for the operation of the various vehicle systems and modules. Many modules monitor this voltage and if it rises above or below their calibrated setpoints, a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) sets.