Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2018 Ford Explorer PlatinumFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Steering Column Switches DTCS: BCM
DTC INDEX
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| B108A:01 | Start Button: General Electrical Failure | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| B108A:24 | Start Button: Signal Stuck High | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| B108A:9E | Start Button: Stuck On | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| B1142:29 | Ignition Status 1: Signal Invalid | For vehicles equipped with a conventional ignition switch, GO to Pinpoint Test C For vehicles equipped with a push button ignition switch, GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| B1240:11 | Start Button Mode Indicator: Circuit Short to Ground | GO to Pinpoint Test G |
| B1240:15 | Start Button Mode Indicator: Circuit Short to Battery or Open | If the ignition mode indicator is inoperative, GO to Pinpoint Test G If the ignition mode indicator is always on, GO to Pinpoint Test H |
| B130F:12 | Run Accessory Control: Circuit Short to Battery | REFER to: Wipers and Washers . |
| B130F:14 | Run Accessory Control: Circuit Short to Ground or Open | REFER to: Wipers and Washers . |
| B1310:12 | Run/Start Control: Circuit Short to Battery | For vehicles equipped with a push button ignition switch, GO to Pinpoint Test C For vehicles equipped with a conventional ignition switch, GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| B1310:14 | Run/Start Control: Circuit Short to Ground or Open | For vehicles equipped with a conventional ignition switch, GO to Pinpoint Test C For vehicles equipped with a push button ignition switch, GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| B1472:12 | Ignition Key Removal Inhibit: Circuit Short To Battery | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| B1472:14 | Ignition Key Removal Inhibit: Circuit Short To Ground or Open | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| U300A:01 | Ignition Switch: General Electrical Failure | This DTC sets if the BCM detects an invalid combination from the conventional ignition switch input circuits. GO to Pinpoint Test J |
| All other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) | - | REFER to: Body Control Module (BCM) . |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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