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B1788-00

Professional verification confirms BYD and standard OBD-II systems define DTC B1788-00 as "Mirror Passenger Down Circuit Short To Battery," rather than the airbag fault stated in the original information — Atto 3

Safety System

Professional verification confirms BYD and standard OBD-II systems define DTC B1788-00 as "Mirror Passenger Down Circuit Short To Battery," rather than the airbag fault stated in the original information.

This fault code falls under the Body System.

It indicates the Body Control Module (BCM) detects an abnormal short circuit between the passenger-side exterior mirror downward adjustment drive circuit and the vehicle power supply positive terminal (+B).

This fault has the following consequences: 1) The BCM activates its protection mechanism and cuts off circuit output, disabling the mirror downward adjustment function. 2) A sustained short circuit can burn out the internal BCM driver chip or blow the related fuse. 3) Fluctuating short-circuit current can trigger unintended operations, such as the mirror automatically tilting downward after locking the vehicle.

Dual-stage airbag system fault codes typically fall within the B10xx-B13xx range.

Always refer to the actual scan tool reading.

The B1788-00 fault code on the Atto 3 indicates a high-severity body system fault where the BCM detects a short to battery in the passenger-side mirror downward adjustment circuit. This can disable mirror down movement and may damage the BCM driver or fuse. Common causes include chafed wiring in the front passenger door hinge harness or a shorted mirror adjustment motor. Visit an authorised dealer for diagnosis and repair. Typical repair cost data is available.
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Causes
Likely Causes — Atto 3
  • 1Aged and damaged front passenger door wiring harness sleeve causes the door mirror power wire and downward adjustment signal wire to chafe and short together (common failure point: inside the wiring harness sleeve at the door hinge).
  • 2Burnt internal coil insulation in the door mirror adjustment motor causes a short circuit between the positive and negative terminals, resulting in abnormally low resistance (normal: 15-25Ω, near 0Ω when short-circuited).
  • 3Installing an aftermarket door mirror assembly with an internal circuit pinout or resistance value that does not match the genuine part causes the BCM to incorrectly detect a short to power.
  • 4Body Control Module (BCM) internal driver circuit fault: MOSFET breakdown causes a continuous high level at the output terminal.
  • 5Driving through water or poor door sealing causes water ingress and corrosion at the door mirror connector, creating a short circuit path between the pins.
What To Do
  • 1
    Disconnect the battery negative terminal and wait 3 minutes to discharge the residual charge in the BCM capacitor and ensure the diagnostic system resets.
  • 2
    Remove the front passenger door trim panel. Carefully inspect the wiring harness sleeve at the door-to-body connection. Pull back the corrugated conduit to check for wire insulation wear. Repair any damaged wiring and rewrap the harness.
  • 3
    Disconnect the door mirror connector and use a multimeter to measure the resistance between the "down adjustment" pin and the positive power supply. If the resistance is less than 5Ω, the circuit has a short. Measure the motor resistance. If the value falls outside the standard range (15-25Ω), replace the door mirror assembly.
  • 4
    Check BCM output: Connect the diagnostic tool and read the data stream. Observe the BCM output voltage while operating the downward adjustment. If the BCM outputs 12V without operation, the BCM has an internal fault.
  • 5
    After repairing the short circuit source, clear the fault code and perform rearview mirror position initialization learning (some models require VDS to perform the "Exterior Rearview Mirror Memory Learning" function). Verify that adjustment in all directions and the memory function operate normally.
Real-World Cases
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BYD S6 - Door wiring harness protective sleeve wear causes short circuit

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Symptoms: Passenger mirror would not adjust downward; other directions normal. DTC B1788-00. Diagnosis: Removed right front door panel. Wiring harness boot at door hinge was torn. Brown (down adjustment signal) and red (power +) wire insulation worn through, causing a short. Repair: Cut damaged sections, re-soldered, and insulated with heat-shrink tubing. Rerouted harness to avoid interference. Cleared DTC; function restored.
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BYD Tang DM – Side mirror motor internal short circuit

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Symptoms: After locking, the passenger-side mirror automatically tilted down (reverse tilt malfunction). DTC B1788-00 stored and would not clear. Diagnosis: Disconnected the mirror connector; the short disappeared. Measured resistance between the motor down-adjust winding and housing at 0.8Ω (should be infinite). Confirmed the internal motor coil burned and shorted. Solution: Replaced the OEM passenger-side mirror assembly (with memory module). Performed "mirror position learning" and "seat memory matching" using VDS. Fault eliminated.
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BYD Song Pro - Aftermarket Parts Incompatibility

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Symptom: Aftermarket passenger-side mirror installed following accident. DTC B1788-00 sets and returns immediately after clearing. Diagnosis: Pin definitions matched between genuine and aftermarket parts, but the downward adjustment circuit on the aftermarket unit measured only 3Ω (versus 18Ω genuine). Internal diode reverse leakage current caused the BCM to falsely detect a short to power. Repair: Installed a genuine certified mirror and performed BCM coding configuration using VDS. Fault code cleared.
Other Atto 3 Fault Codes
P0AA6Hybrid Battery Voltage System Isolation FaultB1108For the BYD Song MAX (2017–2019), DTC B1108 indicates a short circuit in the PM2.5 air quality detection module (dust sensor) or its wiring harness. The sensor uses laser scattering to detect in-cabin and outside PM2.5 concentrations and transmits data to the HVAC ECU via the LIN bus or an analog signal. Short circuit conditions include: 1) Sensor power supply wire (+5V/+12V) shorted to ground 2) Signal wire shorted to power or ground 3) Short circuit in the sensor's internal photoelectric detection circuit This fault prevents the automatic climate control from switching between fresh air and recirculation based on air quality. The system enters fail-safe mode (typically forced recirculation). Severe short-circuit current can destroy the HVAC ECU sampling circuit. The system classifies this as a Level 3 severe fault and restricts vehicle operation to prevent electrical fires or controller damage. For other BYD models (such as the Qin EV, E5, and Song DM), B1108 indicates a driver-side sunload sensor fault, reflecting differences in DTC definitions across models.B1109DTC B1109 indicates an open circuit in the communication line between the air conditioning system PM2.5 air quality sensor (dust concentration sensor) and the air conditioning control unit (AC ECU), or an open circuit within the sensor internal circuitry. Typically located in the air conditioning intake duct, this sensor monitors real-time PM2.5 particle concentration inside and outside the vehicle. It provides data to the automatic air conditioning system for intelligent switching between fresh air and recirculation modes and for controlling the air purification device. During an open circuit fault, the AC ECU cannot receive the air quality signal, triggering the system fail-safe mode. Symptoms typically include failure of the automatic recirculation function, abnormal air purification indicator light operation, or abnormal air quality data displayed on the air conditioning panel. Severe cases may compromise the cabin environment control strategy, but do not directly affect vehicle driving safety.B110AThis DTC indicates interrupted CAN bus communication or abnormal data between the air conditioning control unit (ACU) and the PM2.5 air quality sensor. The PM2.5 sensor monitors particulate concentration inside and outside the vehicle and provides the basis for purification control in the automatic air conditioning system. The ACU triggers this fault if it fails to receive a valid CAN message from the sensor within the specified period (usually 100-500 ms), if message verification fails, or if the signal frame times out. Although this fault does not affect vehicle driving safety, it disables the automatic air purification function. The air conditioning system cannot automatically switch between recirculation and fresh air modes or activate the air purification mode based on air quality. A persistent fault may restrict the thermal management strategy.B173A1ADTC B173A1A indicates the right middle-row side airbag (typically located on the side of the right second-row seat or inside the C-pillar trim panel) igniter circuit resistance measures 0 Ω. In the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), normal airbag igniter resistance ranges between 2.0 and 5.0 Ω. A resistance of 0 Ω indicates a short to ground or a short between circuit wires, preventing the Airbag Control Unit (ACU) from establishing a normal monitoring circuit. This safety-critical fault prevents the airbag from deploying during a collision, continuously illuminates the instrument panel SRS warning lamp, and may force the entire airbag system into fail-safe mode.
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Data confidence: Official This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified technician for diagnosis and repair. Do not attempt high-voltage system repairs yourself.