C1871 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes

C1871 – Air Suspension Gate Solenoid Output Circuit Short To Battery

 

C1871 Possible Symptoms

 

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ON,Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

 

C1871 Possible Causes

 

Faulty Air Suspension Gate Solenoid,Air Suspension Gate Solenoid harness is open or shorted,Air Suspension Gate Solenoid circuit poor electrical connection,Faulty Vehicle Dynamic Module (VDM)

 

C1871 Description

 

The Vehicle Dynamic Module (VDM) monitors the Air Suspension Gate Solenoid. The VDM sets the OBDII code when the Air Suspension Gate Solenoid is not to factory specifications.