AutoCodesGeneric – B356A:05

B356A:05 Code - Vehicle Direction Warning Switch Circuit Short to Voltage

Quick Answer

The lane departure warning system is controlled by the Active Safety Control Module. Common causes include Faulty Vehicle Direction Warning Switch, Vehicle Direction Warning Switch harness is open or shorted, Vehicle Direction Warning Switch circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means
B356A:05 indicates Vehicle Direction Warning Switch Circuit Short to Voltage.
Common causes
Common causes include Faulty Vehicle Direction Warning Switch, Vehicle Direction Warning Switch harness is open or shorted, Vehicle Direction Warning Switch circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity
High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?
Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.
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Code Popularity 273
How popular is this code, among other codes? Low
Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Jun 13, 2023
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Code B356A:05 Description

The lane departure warning system is controlled by the Active Safety Control Module. Lane departure warning is enabled and disabled through a switch located in the instrument panel. When enabled, the Active Safety Control Module will illuminate the indicator located in the switch.
When the Frontview Camera module is operating and can detect the lane markings, the Frontview Camera module will request via serial data communications that the instrument panel cluster illuminate the green lane departure ready–to–assist indicator. If the Frontview Camera module detects that the vehicle has crossed a lane marking without the turn signal being used, the module will request that the instrument cluster flash the yellow lane departure warning indicator. An audible warning may also sound three times, or the haptic seat (if equipped) may pulse when the yellow Instrument Cluster indicator is flashing. The driver can select between audible or haptic alerts in the vehicle personalization menu. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set when the Active Safety Control Module has detected a short to voltage, or an open/high resistance for more than 10 s.
OBDII Code B356A:05 - Vehicle Direction Warning Switch Circuit Short to Voltage - AutoCodes.com
B356A:05 Code - Vehicle Direction Warning Switch Circuit Short to Voltage

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC B356A:05?

  • Faulty Vehicle Direction Warning Switch
  • Vehicle Direction Warning Switch harness is open or shorted
  • Vehicle Direction Warning Switch circuit poor electrical connection
  • Faulty Frontview Camera Module
  • Faulty Active Safety Control Module

How to Fix the DTC B356A:05?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the B356A:05 code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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