OBD Guide

B0985

Right Headlamp Light Distribution Shutter Control Circuit Malfunction

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Incorrect distribution of light from the right headlight
  • Adaptive lighting blinking or turning off
  • Error message on the dashboard

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Faulty solenoid or curtain drive
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Oxidation of contacts
  • Malfunction of the headlight control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the curtain control circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and contacts for oxidation
  3. Check the operation of the solenoid or curtain drive
  4. Scan the control unit for additional errors
  5. If necessary, replace the faulty component

Related codes

Error B0985 by Vehicle Brand