B14AE - Actuators Power Supply Circuit Short

Repair Importance Level: 3/3

Repair Difficulty Level: 3/3 What is this?

B14AE Possible Causes

Faulty HVAC Control Module
HVAC Control Module harness is open or shorted
HVAC Control Module circuit poor electrical connection

How do I fix code B14AE

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's pins.

Tech Notes

What does this mean?

B14AE:11 Actuators Power Supply Circuit Short To Ground
B14AE:12 Actuators Power Supply Circuit Short To Battery
B14AE:14 Actuators Power Supply Circuit Short To Ground or Open

Cost of diagnosing the B14AE code

Labor: 1.0

The cost of diagnosing the B14AE 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.

Possible Symptoms

Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

B14AE Meaning

A 5-volt reference voltage and ground is supplied to the climate control sensors and actuators from the HVAC Control Module. This Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) sets when the module senses less than 5 volts on the actuator voltage circuit, indicating a short to ground, short to voltage or open.

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Information for specific makes

B14AE FORD Actuators Power Supply Circuit Short
B14AE LINCOLN Actuators Power Supply Circuit Short
B14AE MERCURY Actuators Power Supply Circuit Short

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