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B1421 Lexus Code - Solar Sensor Circuit Passenger Side

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- Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3
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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC B1421 Lexus?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Solar Sensor
  • Solar Sensor harness is open or shorted
  • Solar Sensor circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Air Conditioning Amplifier
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How to Fix the DTC B1421 Lexus?

Check 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 pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the B1421 Lexus code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

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

What Does the B1421 Lexus Code Mean?

The solar sensor, which is installed on the upper side of the instrument panel, detects sunlight and controls the air conditioning AUTO mode. The output voltage from the solar sensor varies in accordance with the amount of sunlight. When the sunlight increases, the output voltage increases. As the sunlight decreases, the output voltage decreases. The Air Conditioning Amplifier detects changes in the output voltage from the solar sensor.

B1421 Lexus Code - Solar Sensor Circuit Passenger Side

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