Code
B0207
Generic
B — Body
Invalid data from body sensor 07
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Causes
- Failed or degraded body sensor 07 (internal fault)
- Damaged or corroded sensor connector or wiring harness
- Short to voltage or ground on the sensor signal/return
- Poor ground or reference voltage to the sensor
- Intermittent connection (water intrusion, chafing, loose pin)
- CAN or body network communication error or bus fault
Symptoms
- Associated body function (e.g., seat, door, lighting, keyless entry) may operate intermittently or not at all
- Instrument cluster or body control module may show a warning or fault indicator
- Unexpected behavior such as false alarms, incorrect status reporting, or disabled convenience functions
- DTC present continuously or intermittently; may return after clearing
What to check
- Read and record freeze frame and all stored DTCs with a capable scan tool
- Check live sensor data stream for plausibility and stability
- Visually inspect sensor 07, connector, and harness for damage, corrosion, or moisture
- Backprobe connector to verify reference voltage (typically 5 V) and ground integrity
- Wiggle test harness and connector while monitoring live data to find intermittent faults
- Check CAN/LIN bus voltages (CAN_H, CAN_L) and network termination if sensor communicates over the bus
Signal parameters
- Expected reference voltage: ~5 V (verify for this vehicle before testing)
- Signal type: analog (0–5 V), resistance, or digital message over CAN/LIN (vehicle-specific)
- Typical CAN bus nominal voltages: CAN_H ~2.5–3.5 V, CAN_L ~1.5–2.5 V (verify per vehicle)
- Expected sensor output range should be within manufacturer specification (consult service data)
- Message frequency: varies by network — often periodic CAN messages (10–100 Hz) or event-driven
Diagnostic algorithm
- Verify and document the exact DTC and any related codes; check freeze frame data and recent occurrences.
- Confirm symptom and attempt to reproduce while monitoring live data for Body Sensor 07.
- Perform visual inspection: sensor, mount, connector, and wiring for obvious damage, corrosion, or water ingress.
- With ignition on, backprobe the sensor connector: verify reference voltage, ground, and signal while observing live data.
- Wiggle the wiring and connector while watching live data to detect intermittent faults; repair or secure as needed.
- If the sensor is an analog/resistive device, measure resistance/voltage values with a multimeter and compare to specification.
- If the sensor communicates over CAN/LIN, use a scope or scan tool to verify message presence and bus integrity; check for missing or malformed frames.
- Repair any wiring/connectors found faulty (clean, repair, replace harness or terminal as required); ensure good grounds and connectors.
- If wiring and power/ground/checks are good, substitute a known-good sensor (if available) or replace the sensor per service procedure.
- If replacing the sensor does not clear the issue, verify body control module software/calibration, and consider module diagnostics or replacement per manufacturer guidance.
- After repairs, clear codes, perform function checks and test drive to confirm DTC does not return.
Likely causes
- Open or short in sensor signal wire or return
- Corroded/loose connector at sensor or module
- Failed sensor element producing out-of-range values
- Loss of sensor reference voltage (e.g., missing 5V supply)
- Network communication errors on CAN/LIN carrying the sensor data
- Faulty body control module interpreting the sensor data
Fault status
Status
Invalid/implausible data received from Body Sensor 07. Causes include sensor failure, wiring/connector fault, loss of reference voltage, or communication errors on the vehicle network.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-3.0 hours
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