DTC Troubleshooting: B1376

DTC B1376: Power Tailgate Outer Handle Switch Signal Error

1. Clear the DTCs using the HDS.

1. Cycle the ignition switch to OFF, and then back ON.

1. After 2 secons or more, pull the tailgate outer handle 2 seconds or more.

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

Is DTC B1376 indicated?

YES | - | Go to Step 5 .
NO | - | Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.■

1. Cycle the ignition swith to OFF.

1. Open the tailgate fully with the transmitter.

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

1. Check for continuity between the No. 10 and No. 12 terminals of power tailgate control unit connector A (26P) and body ground.

Is there continuity?

YES | - | Repair a short in the WHT/RED (OHSW) or YEL/BLK (SCOM) wire.■
NO | - | Go to Step 9 .

1. Check for continuity between the No. 10 and No. 12 terminals of power tailgate control unit connector A (26P).

Is there continuity with tailgate outer handle pulled, and no continuity with tailgate outer handle released?

YES | - | Faulty power tailgate control unit; replace it.■
NO | - | Repair an open in the WHT/RED (OHSW) or YEL/BLK (SCOM) wire, or faulty power tailgate outer handle switch; replace it.■