DTC B1380: Open Switch Signal Error

1. Clear the DTCs using the HDS.

1. Open the tailgate fully with the tailgate outer handle, then close it fully with manual operation.

1. Check the DTCs by selecting the DTCs MENU (DTCs) from the HDS.

Is DTC B1380 indicated?

YES | - | Go to Step 4 .
NO | - | Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.■

1. Open the tailgate fully with the tailgate outer handle.

1. Cycle the ignition switch to OFF, and disconnect the 12P connector from the tailgate closer unit.

1. Check for continuity between the No. 4 and No. 9 terminals of the tailgate closer unit 12P connector.

Is there continuity?

YES | - | Faulty open switch; replace the tailgate closer unit.■
NO | - | Go to Step 7 .

1. Reconnect the 12P connector to the tailgate closer unit.

1. Disconnect connector A (26P) from the power tailgate control unit.