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B1154 Ford Code - Subwoofer 1 Short to Ground

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What are the Possible Causes of the Code B1154 Ford?

  • Faulty Audio Subwoofer
  • Audio Subwoofer harness is open or shorted
  • Audio Subwoofer circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Audio Control Module (ACM)

How to Fix the B1154 Ford Code?

Start by checking the "Possible Causes" listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector's pins.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code B1154 Ford?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the B1154 Ford code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair's diagnosis time and labor rates vary by location, vehicle's make and model, and even your engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

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What are Code B1154 Ford Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the B1154 Ford Code Mean?

The subwoofer amplifier receives voltage and ground. To enable the subwoofer amplifier, the Audio Control Module (ACM) sends voltage. The circuit acts as both an output (to enable the amplifier) and an input (to detect an amplifier overload condition). A variable resistor in the subwoofer amplifier modifies the voltage signal from the ACM. In the event of an overload, the ACM clips the audio output signal to the amplifier (heard as distortion), in order to prevent damage to the amplifier and speaker. An open in circuit will cause the subwoofer to produce no sound, because the enable signal will not reach the subwoofer amplifier. A short to ground or short to voltage can cause severe distortion to be heard in the subwoofer. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) sets when a short to ground is detected on the circuit.

B1154 Ford Code - Subwoofer 1 Short to Ground

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