Air Suspension RR Vent Request Exceeded Max Timing
C1814 — Air Suspension RR Vent Request Exceeded Max Timing
System: Chassis | Type: Manufacturer-Specific | Make: Ford
C1814 is a manufacturer-specific chassis diagnostic trouble code recorded for Ford vehicles. It belongs to the C-prefix family of codes, which covers chassis, braking, steering, suspension, or stability-control faults.
Scanning & clearing: Chassis (C) codes are stored in the ABS, traction control, or stability-control modules. An enhanced or OEM-level scan tool is usually required to read and clear them.
C1814 is a manufacturer-specific code. The same code string on a different make may have a different meaning. Always confirm the code's definition against the vehicle's service information for the specific make and model under test.
The air suspension control module lowers the right rear corner of the vehicle by opening the right rear air spring solenoid together with the vent solenoid, releasing air from the spring while monitoring the ride height sensor to confirm the corner drops. DTC C1814 sets when a right rear vent request runs longer than the maximum time the module allows, meaning the commanded height change was not achieved or was never registered by the ride height sensor within the time limit. The root cause is usually pneumatic or mechanical rather than electrical, such as a solenoid that fails to open, a rest...
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Unlock with Free Trial| Code | C1814 |
| System | Chassis |
| Type | Manufacturer-Specific |
| Make | Ford |
| Causes | Available |
| Diag. Assistant | Available |
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