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C00A8-134WD/AWD Transfer Case Unit Actuator Position Sensor B-Circuit Open
C00A8-134WD/AWD Transfer Case Unit Actuator Position Sensor B-Circuit Open
Manufacturer communications
5Original wording in English
JEEP
"Transfer Case Shift Motor Wire Harness Connector Not Secured **Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs):** ● U0418-00 - Implausible Data Received From Brake System Control Module 1. ● C1444-98 - T-Case …
FORD, LINCOLN
Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD) may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and/or 4WD Fault Service Required message with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) C00A6:71, C00A6:74, C00A6:99, C00A7:11, C00A7:13, C00A8:11, and/or C00A8:13 present in the AWD module. Th…
JEEP
Transfer Case Shift Motor Wire Harness Connector Not Secured Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes have been set: U0418-00 Implausible Data Received From Brake System Control Module 1. C1444…
RAM
Transfer Case Shift Motor Wire Harness Connector Not Secured Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: ? U0418-00 - Implausible Data Received From Brake System Contro…
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11A listed vehicle is a research lead. Confirm the engine, production range and software in the manufacturer's information.
| Make | Model | Model year |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | EXPLORER ↗ | 2023 |
| Ford | EXPLORER ↗ | 2022 |
| Ford | EXPLORER ↗ | 2021 |
| Ford | EXPLORER ↗ | 2020 |
| Jeep | GRAND WAGONEER ↗ | 2023 |
| Jeep | WAGONEER ↗ | 2023 |
| Lincoln | AVIATOR ↗ | 2023 |
| Lincoln | AVIATOR ↗ | 2022 |
Can I keep driving?
A code alone cannot establish whether driving is safe. A flashing malfunction light, severe shaking, overheating, oil-pressure warning or loss of braking or steering needs prompt attention. Stop in a safe place and seek assistance when control or engine safety is affected. Follow the vehicle handbook.