Pinpoint Test M : The Liftgate/Luggage Compartment Lid Latch Release Is Inoperative: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Refer to Remote Keyless Entry and Alarm for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operations and Fault Conditions

REFER to: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - Vehicles With: One-Touch Open and Close Front Windows - System Operation and Component Description .

BCM DTC Fault Trigger Conditions

DTC	Description	Fault Trigger Conditions
B12E8:11	Liftgate/Tailgate Control/Release Switch: Circuit Short To Ground	A continuous DTC that sets when the BCM detects a short to ground from the liftgate or luggage compartment lid release switch input circuit.
B12E8:23	Liftgate/Tailgate Control/Release Switch: Signal Stuck Low	An on-demand DTC that sets when the BCM detects a short to ground from the liftgate or luggage compartment lid release switch input circuit.

RFA Module DTC Fault Trigger Conditions

DTC	Description	Fault Trigger Conditions
B10C5:24	Trunk Unlock Pull Switch: Signal Stuck High	Sets when the RFA module detects a short to ground from the liftgate/luggage compartment lid release switch input circuit.

Possible Causes

Fuse
Wiring, terminals or connectors
Liftgate/luggage compartment lid latch
Liftgate/luggage compartment lid release switch
Headlamp switch
RFA module
BCM

Visual Inspection and Diagnostic Pre-checks

Inspect the BCM fuse 65 (10A)
Inspect the liftgate/luggage compartment lid release switch