DTC B1376: Tailgate Outer Handle Switch Circuit Malfunction
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NOTE:
If the power tailgate motor does not operate, do the motor test first.
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) and then back to ON (II).
- Clear the DTCs with the HDS, and wait for 2 seconds.
- Pull the tailgate outer handle for at least 2 seconds.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC B1376 indicated?
YES -Go to step 5.
NO -Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections between the power tailgate control unit and the tailgate outer handle switch.
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
- Open the power tailgate with the keyless transmitter.
- Disconnect the 3P connector from the tailgate outer handle switch.
- Disconnect power tailgate control unit connector C (14P).
- Check for continuity between power tailgate control unit connector C (14P) terminal No. 9 and body ground.
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Is there continuity?
YES -Repair a short in the wire.
NO -Go to step 10.
- Disconnect power tailgate control unit connector B (20P).
- Check for continuity between power tailgate control unit connector B (20P) terminal No. 5 and body ground.
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Is there continuity?
YES -Repair a short in the wire.
NO -Go to step 12.
- Do the tailgate outer handle switch test (see
TAILGATE OUTER HANDLE SWITCH TEST/REPLACEMENT
).
Is the switch OK?
YES -Replace the power tailgate control unit.
NO -Replace the tailgate outer handle switch.