B3006

Hood Ajar Switch Circuit

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$22–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Fault indicator is on
It is impossible to set the car alarm
False alarm

Causes

Malfunction of the hood opening sensor
Open or short circuit in wiring harness
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Mechanical damage to the sensor

How to Fix

Check the condition of the hood opening sensor
Inspect the wiring harness for damage
Check the contacts in the sensor connector
Replace sensor if necessary

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