Code
B1354
ALFA ROMEO
B — Body
Accessory position 1 circuit
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Causes
- Open or shorted wiring in the accessory position 1 circuit
- Blown fuse or faulty accessory relay
- Poor or corroded connector/terminal at switch, relay or BCM
- Faulty ignition switch or accessory switch
- Faulty body control module (BCM) input
Symptoms
- Accessories (radio, infotainment, some HVAC functions) do not power in ACC position
- Intermittent accessory power or flickering when key in ACC
- Accessory circuit fuse blows repeatedly
- Possible battery drain or inability to switch accessories on/off
- Related warning or body module messages on instrument panel
What to check
- Retrieve and record freeze frame / full DTC data with an appropriate scan tool; confirm B1354 and any related codes
- Visually inspect fuses and accessory relay for damage; check relay operation
- Check for obvious wiring damage, corrosion or loose connectors at ignition switch, relay, fuse box and BCM
- Measure voltage at the accessory circuit feed at the ignition switch and at the BCM connector with key OFF and ACC
- Perform continuity and resistance checks between ignition switch, fuse/relay output and BCM input
- Disconnect aftermarket accessories and re-test to rule out external loads
Signal parameters
- Key OFF: accessory feed should be ~0 V (or battery voltage through a pull-down, as specified by manufacturer)
- Key ACC: accessory feed should be battery voltage (~11.5–14.5 V) at the switch output and at BCM input
- Typical continuity: low resistance (near 0 Ω) between switch ACC output and accessory fuse/relay input; high resistance (open) to ground except via intended ground points
- If short to ground: near 0 V at ACC feed even with key in ACC
- If short to battery: ACC feed shows battery voltage permanently (key off)
Diagnostic algorithm
- Confirm the code with a scan tool and clear stored codes. Reproduce the code by cycling the ignition to ACC; note whether B1354 returns.
- Inspect fuses and the accessory relay visually; replace any blown fuse with correct rating and swap relay with known-good unit if available.
- With the ignition OFF then ACC, measure voltage at the ignition switch ACC output terminal and at the accessory fuse/relay input. Compare readings to expected battery voltage.
- If no voltage at ACC output, test ignition switch operation and connectors for continuity. Repair/replace switch or connector as required.
- If voltage at switch but not at BCM input, check continuity between switch/relay output and BCM ACC input. Repair any open or high-resistance sections.
- If circuit is shorted (voltage low or fuse blows), disconnect accessory loads (radio, amplifier, aftermarket devices) and test again to isolate the shorted device or section.
- Inspect and test ground points related to accessory circuit for corrosion and tightness; clean or repair grounds as needed.
- If wiring and loads check good and BCM input still not responding correctly, check BCM power/ground and communication lines. If all else verifies, consider BCM internal fault and consult manufacturer procedures before replacement.
- After repairs, clear codes and verify functionality over multiple ignition cycles; road test if required to confirm repair.
Likely causes
- Blown or intermittent fuse feeding ACC circuit
- Open/loose connector at ignition switch or BCM
- Damaged wiring harness (pinch, abrasion) on ACC feed
- Faulty accessory relay contacts or coil
- Aftermarket accessory improperly wired creating short or excessive load
Fault status
Status
Accessory position 1 circuit — open/short/implausible signal detected on ACC input to the body/control module.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-2.0 hours
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