Acura B1383: Power Tailgate Closer Unit Ratchet Switch Circuit Malfunction

Is your scanner showing Acura B1383?
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OVERVIEW

Severity

Medium

DIY Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Repair Cost

$75-$200

Can I Still Drive?

Yes (Short-term only)

What Does The Acura B1383 Code Mean?

This code indicates poor communication between the Power Tailgate Control Unit and the Power Tailgate Closer Unit.

Below are some possible causes of this DTC:

Loose or poor connections between the Power Tailgate Control Unit and the Power Tailgate Closer Unit
“Open” or “Short” between the Power Tailgate Control Unit and the Power Tailgate Closer Unit
Faulty ratchet switch, replace the Power Tailgate Closer Unit
Faulty Power Tailgate Control Unit