B3008

Hood Ajar Circuit Low

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Do not drive — repair immediately

Approx. repair cost

$11–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Bonnet warning on the dashboard
Speed limit (if provided by the system)
Incorrect operation of the immobilizer (in some models)

Causes

Open or short circuit in the sensor wiring harness
Oxidation of hood sensor contacts
Malfunction of the hood position sensor
Control unit malfunction

How to Fix

Check the mechanical condition of the hood (if it closes correctly)
Inspect the hood position sensor and its contacts
Check the integrity of the wiring from the sensor to the control unit
Measure the resistance of the sensor in the open/closed position
If necessary, replace the sensor or repair the wiring

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