Engine-Codes - Generic - B1452

B1452 - Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Release Actuator

Repair Importance Level: 3/3

Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3 What is this?

Table of contents

Possible Causes
How To Fix
Tech Notes
Cost to Diagnose
Meaning

B1452 Possible Causes

What does this mean?

Faulty Liftgate Actuator
Liftgate Actuator harness is open or shorted
Liftgate Actuator circuit poor electrical connection
Faulty Rear Gate Trunk Module (RGTM)

How is the B1452 code repair?

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.

Tech Notes

What does this mean?

B1452:19 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Release Actuator: Circuit Current Above Threshold
B1452:93 Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Release Actuator: No Operation

What is the cost to diagnose the B1452 code

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the B1452 code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair labor rates vary widely across the country, and even within the same city. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

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Possible Symptoms

Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

B1452 Meaning

The Rear Gate Trunk Module (RGTM) monitors the Liftgate Actuator. The Rear Gate Trunk Module sets the OBDII code when the Liftgate Actuator is not to factory specifications.

More Information

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Information for specific makes

B1452 FORD Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Release Actuator
B1452 LINCOLN Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Release Actuator
B1452 MERCURY Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Release Actuator

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