B1453 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes

B1453 – Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Position Switch Circuit Short To Battery or Open

 

B1453 Possible Symptoms

 

Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

 

B1453 Possible Causes

 

Faulty Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Position Switch,Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Position Switch harness is open or shorted,Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Position Switch circuit poor electrical connection,Faulty Liftgate/Trunk Module (LTM)

 

B1453 Description

 

The Liftgate/Trunk Module (LTM) monitors the Tailgate/Liftgate/Boot/Trunk Latch Position Switch. The LTM sets the OBDII code when the LTM detects a concern with the liftgate latch input.