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B1708-00

BYD defines DTC B1708-00 as "Seat Driver Recline Rearward Switch Circuit Short To Ground", a body electrical system fault — Seal 6 EV

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BYD defines DTC B1708-00 as "Seat Driver Recline Rearward Switch Circuit Short To Ground", a body electrical system fault.

This fault indicates the Seat Control Unit (SCU) detects an abnormal 0-ohm resistance (short to ground) in the driver seat recline rearward switch circuit.

Possible causes include switch contacts stuck closed, damaged harness insulation causing a short to ground, or connector water ingress.

This fault prevents rearward seat adjustment, causes uncontrolled continuous rearward movement, or disables the seat memory function.

Some third-party data sources incorrectly label this code as "left curtain airbag resistance is 0".

Airbag faults typically use the B10XX-B19XX range or dedicated SRS fault codes, and standard OBD-II assigns B1708 to the seat adjustment circuit.

The B1708-00 fault code on the Seal 6 EV indicates a medium-severity short to ground in the driver seat recline rearward switch circuit. This can stop rearward adjustment, cause continuous movement, or affect seat memory. Common causes include a stuck or water-damaged recline switch and chafed under-seat wiring. The recommended fix is to visit an authorised dealer for switch, connector, and harness diagnosis and repair. Typical repair cost data is available.
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Causes
Likely Causes — Seal 6 EV
  • 1Driver's seat backrest rearward adjustment switch shorted closed due to burnt internal contacts, a deformed spring plate, or water ingress.
  • 2Frequent forward and backward seat movement chafes the under-seat wiring harness, wearing through the insulation, exposing the copper wire, and causing a short to ground.
  • 3Poor seat wiring harness connector sealing allows water ingress after washing the vehicle or wading, causing oxidation and a short circuit between pins or a short to ground.
  • 4Improper modifications (such as floor mat retaining clips or aftermarket seat heaters) piercing or crushing the seat wiring harness.
  • 5Internal driver circuit fault in seat control module (SCU) or body control module (BCM) (low probability)
What To Do
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    Use a dedicated BYD diagnostic tool (BYD-EDS or Launch X-431) to read fault codes. Confirm if B1708-00 is an Active or History fault, and check for other related seat fault codes.
  • 2
    Visually inspect the wiring harness under the driver's seat and near the slide rails. Check friction points against the metal frame and areas with an excessively tight bend radius for damage, discoloration, or signs of water ingress.
  • 3
    Disconnect the seat adjustment switch connector. Use a multimeter to measure the resistance of the rearward adjustment position on the switch side. Normal resistance is open circuit (OL). If the resistance is close to 0 Ω, replace the switch assembly.
  • 4
    Disconnect the SCU and switch, then measure the resistance to ground on the wiring harness side. If continuity to ground exists, inspect the wiring harness in sections. Focus on the seat slide rail retaining clip and the wiring pass-through hole below the steering column.
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    If the wiring harness is damaged, repair the insulation layer using heat-shrink tubing or corrugated conduit, and reposition the wiring harness retaining clip to increase slack. If the switch is shorted, replace the driver seat multi-direction adjustment switch assembly.
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    Check the seat control module software version. If necessary, update to the latest version to eliminate false alarms.
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    After completing the repair, clear the fault code and test the seat forward/backward, up/down, and multi-angle backrest adjustments to verify the memory function sets and recalls normally.
Real-World Cases
BYD DTC AI Analysis

BYD Qin Pro DM seat wiring harness worn through, causing short circuit

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Symptoms: Body system warning light illuminated on the instrument cluster. Diagnostic scan retrieved DTC B1708-00. Driver seat backrest rearward adjustment button inoperative. Diagnosis: Wiring harness connector beneath the driver seat found oxidised and loose. Frequent seat movement wore through the harness insulation, allowing internal wires to contact the vehicle body and short to ground. Repair: Replaced the driver seat backrest rearward adjustment switch assembly. Re-wrapped and secured the wiring harness beneath the seat. Fitted a protective sleeve to prevent future abrasion.
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BYD DTC AI Analysis

BYD Song PLUS EV seat switch shorted due to water ingress

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Symptom: Driver's seat adjustment failed suddenly while operating, and the memory function stopped working. Diagnostic scanner found DTC B1708-00 in the Seat Control Module (SCU). Disassembly found water ingress inside the side adjustment switch panel (owner spilled a drink). Testing confirmed a short circuit (abnormal continuity) in the rearward adjustment position. Repair: Replaced driver's seat adjustment switch assembly, applied waterproofing to seat harness connectors, and recalibrated memory function. All functions returned to normal.
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BYD DTC AI Analysis

BYD Tang DM-i seat wiring harness intermittent short circuit

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Symptoms: The dealership found historical fault code B1708-00 during a routine service. The owner had not noticed any obvious fault. Diagnosis: intermittent fault. While simulating seat fore/aft movement, the harness experienced excessive tension at extreme positions, causing momentary short circuits. Testing revealed microscopic damage to the harness insulation. Solution: Adjusted seat harness clip positions to increase slack, replaced the damaged harness segment, and installed high-grade abrasion-resistant protective conduit.
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BYD DTC AI Analysis

BYD Yuan Pro seat switch internal contacts deformed

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Symptoms: Driver seat backrest would not adjust rearward; forward adjustment worked normally. Scan tool retrieved DTC B1708-00. Removed the switch and tested it: pressing the rearward adjustment button gave a resistance reading near 0 ohms (normal should be several hundred ohms). Disassembled the switch and found the internal contact spring plate had deformed, causing a constant short circuit. Solution: Replaced the driver seat multi-way adjustment switch assembly. Checked the related wiring harness, found no faults, then reinstalled the components.
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BYD DTC AI Analysis

Modified clip pierced the BYD e2 seat wiring harness.

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Symptoms: Upon startup, the seat automatically moved to the rearward limit and could not be adjusted back. Diagnosis found the rearward adjustment switch stuck closed. The cause was traced to retaining clips from aftermarket floor mats piercing the wiring harness under the seat, shorting the power and signal wires. Resolution: Removed the improperly installed mat clips, repaired and re-insulated the damaged harness, replaced the seat adjustment switch damaged by the short circuit, and recalibrated the seat position memory function.
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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.