Left Low Beam Control Circuit Short
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B162A RAM Possible Causes
- Faulty Left Low Beam Bulb
- Left Low Beam Bulb harness is open or shorted
- Left Low Beam Bulb circuit poor electrical connection
- Faulty Body Control Module (BCM)
How do I fix code B162A RAM?
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
- B162A-11 LEFT LOW BEAM CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND BASE
- B162A-11 LEFT LOW BEAM CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND PREMIUM
- B162A-15 LEFT LOW BEAM CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO BATTERY OR OPEN BASE
- B162A-15 LEFT LOW BEAM CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORT TO BATTERY OR OPEN PREMIUM
Cost of diagnosing the B162A RAM code
The cost of diagnosing the B162A RAM 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)
B162A RAM Description
The Body Control Module (BCM) receives the input from the headlamp switch requesting low beam lamp illumination. The BCM provides a voltage output through the low beam driver circuit. The BCM sets the OBDII code when the Left Low Beam Control Circuit is not to factory specifications.