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B16E300

DTC B16E300 indicates a current monitoring anomaly or communication error in the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) left rear wheel actuator (motor) — Seal 6 EV

Safety System

DTC B16E300 indicates a current monitoring anomaly or communication error in the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) left rear wheel actuator (motor).

The EPB control module sets this fault when it detects the left rear parking motor operating current exceeds the calibrated threshold (normal range approximately 8-15 A) or fails to establish valid communication with the left rear motor.

Possible causes include an internal motor short or open circuit, mechanical binding, poor wiring connections, or a control module fault.

When this fault triggers, the system enters a safety protection mode.

This mode may prevent the electronic parking brake from releasing or applying, disable the Auto Hold function, and illuminate an instrument cluster warning.

Extreme cases immobilize the vehicle or create a rollaway risk.

The B16E300 fault code on the Seal 6 EV indicates a medium-severity problem with the left rear Electronic Parking Brake actuator, usually due to abnormal motor current or a communication fault. Common causes include worn motor brushes or commutator damage, and corroded or loose wiring connectors. The parking brake or Auto Hold may stop working, so visit an authorised dealer for diagnosis and repair. Typical repair cost data is available.
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Likely Causes — Seal 6 EV
  • 1Excessive internal carbon brush wear or commutator ablation in the left rear EPB motor abnormally increases contact resistance, causing the operating current to deviate from the standard value.
  • 2Motor wiring harness connector oxidation, water ingress corrosion, or terminal back-out causing excessive contact resistance or interrupted signal transmission.
  • 3Mechanical binding or poor return of the left rear brake caliper causes excessive motor load and triggers overcurrent protection.
  • 4Chassis wiring harness chafes against body or suspension components, damaging the insulation and causing an intermittent short or open circuit.
  • 5Outdated EPB control module software or a current monitoring circuit hardware fault causing a false code.
What To Do
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    Use the VDS2000/VDS3.0 diagnostic tool to read the complete fault codes and freeze frame data. Confirm whether B16E300 is a current or history fault, and record the specific abnormal current monitoring values.
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    Raise the vehicle and visually inspect the condition of the left rear wheel EPB motor wiring harness connector. Check the sealing ring for aging. Measure the power supply voltage at the connector (should be 12V constant power) and verify a good ground connection.
  • 3
    Disconnect the connector and measure the static resistance of the left rear EPB motor (normal value: 0.8-1.2 Ω). Compare the result with the right rear wheel. Perform an actuation test and check if the motor operates smoothly without abnormal noise or binding.
  • 4
    Inspect the wiring harness routing along the chassis, focusing on interference points with the rear suspension and body. Inspect the corrugated conduit for damage. Repair any harness damage and re-secure the routing.
  • 5
    If motor resistance is abnormal, the mechanism binds, or internal water ingress is present, replace the left rear electronic parking brake assembly (including motor). If the fault is isolated to the wiring harness, repair the harness and apply conductive paste.
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    After replacement or repair, use the diagnostic tool to perform the EPB system initialization procedure, including 'Parking Brake Bedding-in', 'Clearance Self-learning', and 'Current Calibration'.
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    Clear the fault code and perform a road test: test the parking brake apply/release and Auto Hold activation/deactivation functions on level ground and slopes. Verify the left and right wheel motor operating currents match (12-13A).
Real-World Cases
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BYD Han EV electronic parking brake system intermittent failure

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Symptoms: Instrument cluster intermittently displayed "Check Electronic Parking System" warning. Electronic parking brake failed intermittently. Diagnosis: VDS read code B16E300 (Left Motor Current Monitoring Circuit Abnormal). EPB control unit power supply: normal. Found oxidation and corrosion inside the left parking brake motor wiring harness connector. Motor resistance measured 1.2Ω (above normal). Determined a slight internal short circuit in the motor. Solution: Replaced the left parking brake motor assembly. Cleaned the wiring harness connector and applied conductive grease. Performed the EPB initialisation calibration procedure. Fault resolved.
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BYD Tang DM electronic parking brake system fault, vehicle unable to drive

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Symptoms: While driving, the dashboard displayed "Electronic Parking System Fault". After parking, the electronic handbrake would not release and the vehicle could not move. Diagnosis: Read DTCs B16E300 (Left Rear EPB Motor Current Abnormal) and C100601 (CAN Signal Timeout). The left rear EPB motor supply voltage measured 12.4V (normal), but the motor did not respond during actuator testing. Disassembly found the motor waterproof sealing ring had perished, allowing rainwater ingress that seized the motor and caused current draw to exceed the threshold. Solution: Replaced the left rear electronic parking brake assembly (including motor), replaced the waterproof sealing ring, updated the control module software, and cleared the fault codes. Road test normal.
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BYD Song Pro EV electronic parking brake malfunction after driving in rain

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Symptoms: After driving in rain, at the next day's start-up the electronic parking brake (EPB) warning light stayed on. Releasing the parking brake required multiple attempts, with an audible alarm sounding. Diagnosis: Retrieved DTC B16E300 (Left EPB Actuator Current Monitoring Fault). Inspection found the left rear wheel speed sensor harness and the EPB motor harness had chafed through their insulation at the underbody, with rainwater causing an intermittent short circuit. Measured motor stall current: 18 A (normal: below 15 A). Repair: Repaired the damaged wires, re-secured the harness routing, added corrugated tubing for protection, and replaced the left EPB motor (worn from sustained overload). Fault cleared after system calibration.
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BYD Seal Auto Hold failure when parking on a slope.

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Symptoms: After parking on a slope, the electronic parking brake auto-apply function failed, requiring manual button operation. No warning light appeared on the instrument cluster, but the system stored fault codes. Diagnosis: VDS3.0 retrieved historic fault code B16E300, pinpointing the left rear EPB motor current monitoring circuit. Simulated slope load testing revealed abnormal motor operating current fluctuation (10-16A). Disassembling the motor exposed severely worn carbon brushes and burnt commutator surfaces; increased contact resistance caused current monitoring values to exceed limits. Resolution: Replaced the genuine left rear electronic parking brake motor and performed the 'parking brake bedding-in' and 'clearance self-learning' procedures. The automatic parking brake function returned to normal.
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BYD Yuan Plus electronic parking brake abnormal noise after collision repair

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Symptoms: After collision repairs replacing the rear bumper and left rear knuckle, the electronic parking brake released slowly and made abnormal noise, and the instrument cluster displayed a "Check Parking System" warning. Diagnosis: Scanning showed codes B16E300 (Left Motor Current Abnormal) and B16E400 (Right Motor Current Abnormal). Inspection found the left rear EPB motor connector had not been fully seated during the collision repairs, with terminals backed out. The newly fitted left rear brake caliper also had a seized motor connection mechanism, causing the left motor to sustain a current draw of 17A (excessive). Solution: Repaired the harness connector and replaced the left rear brake caliper assembly (internal mechanism deformed). Performed current calibration and position learning on both EPB motors. After clearing the fault codes, current tested normal at 12-13A.
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Other Seal 6 EV Fault Codes
B1108For 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.B110811This DTC indicates a short circuit in the air conditioning system PM2.5 air quality sensor (rapid detector). Specifically, abnormal continuity exists between the sensor power supply circuit or signal output circuit and body ground or battery positive. This causes the control module (ACU/air conditioning controller) to detect abnormal current or a voltage signal outside the valid range (typically 0V or supply voltage). The PM2.5 sensor monitors internal and external particulate concentrations, providing the data the automatic air conditioning system uses to switch between fresh air and recirculation modes. A short circuit disables the air quality monitoring function. This fault may force the air conditioning system into recirculation protection mode and trigger related thermal management system faults, as the air conditioning system acts as a key actuator in vehicle thermal management. In severe cases, the short circuit current can damage the internal sampling circuit of the air conditioning controller or overheat the wiring harness.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.B1737DTC B1737 indicates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) detected abnormal continuity between the right middle-row side airbag squib circuit (typically the second-row right seat side airbag or right curtain airbag) and the vehicle power supply (B+, battery positive). The SRS ECU monitors the airbag inflator resistance via an internal current source (normal resistance: 2.0–3.0 Ω). If the ECU detects the voltage across the inflator circuit remaining close to battery voltage (>5 V and approaching 12 V) instead of the expected low potential or floating state, it identifies a short to power. This fault prevents the airbag from deploying normally during a collision because the short circuit bypasses the firing current. In extreme cases, abnormal current can cause unintended deployment, posing a severe safety hazard.B173BDTC B173B indicates an abnormal electric A/C compressor speed feedback signal or a communication fault between the compressor controller and the motor. In BYD new energy models (e.g., Tang, Song, Qin, and Yuan series), this DTC belongs to the HVAC subsystem within the Body Control system and specifically involves the electric compressor closed-loop control circuit. The ECU sets this DTC when the compressor controller (IPM) fails to receive a valid pulse signal from the Hall speed sensor for more than 3 continuous seconds, or when the deviation between the detected actual speed and the target commanded speed exceeds the calibrated threshold (typically >500 rpm). This fault forces the A/C system into fail-safe mode and stops compressor operation. Symptoms include a complete lack of cooling, intermittent cooling, or a sharp decrease in cooling performance. The instrument cluster A/C warning lamp may also illuminate. Prolonged operation with this fault can degrade high-voltage system insulation or cause controller overcurrent damage.
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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.