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B1401






B1401 - Left Front Audio Speaker Output Circuit Low






For a complete wiring diagram, refer to.

When Monitored: With the radio on.

Set Condition: When the output circuit is low for more than 3 seconds.






Test Step 1 - Check for an Intermittent Condition

Turn the ignition ON.

With the scan tool, clear all audio DTCs.

Turn the radio ON.

With the scan tool, check for any DTCs.

Does the scan tool display B1401 - Front Left Audio Speaker Output Circuit Low?

Yes

Go to Test Step 2.

No

The condition that caused the symptom is currently not present. Inspect the related wiring for a possible intermittent condition. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior

Test Step 2 - Speaker Output Circuits

Turn the ignition OFF.

Disconnect the radio C1 harness connector.

Disconnect the speaker connector.

Measure the resistance between ground and each speaker circuit.

Is the resistance less than 10K ohms for each circuit?

Yes

Repair the circuit for a short to ground condition.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior

No

Go to Test Step 3.

Test Step 3 - Speaker Performance

Turn the ignition OFF.

Disconnect the speaker.

Turn the ignition ON.

Turn the radio ON.

Clear all audio DTCs.

Check the DTC information.

Does the scan tool display B1401 - Left Front Audio Speaker Output Circuit Low?

Yes

Replace the speaker.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior

No

Test complete.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior