B1496 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes

B1496 – Decklid Punch-Out Sensor Open Circuit

 

B1496 Possible Symptoms

 

Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

 

B1496 Possible Causes

 

Faulty Decklid Punch-Out Sensor,Decklid Punch-Out Sensor harness is open or shorted,Decklid Punch-Out Sensor circuit poor electrical connection,Faulty Body Control Module (BCM)

 

B1496 Description

 

The Body Control Module (BCM) monitors the Decklid Punch-Out Sensor. The BCM sets the OBDII code when the Decklid Punch-Out Sensor is not to factory specifications.