Rear Washer Input Short to Ground
B2115 — Rear Washer Input Short to Ground
System: Body | Type: Generic (OBD-II Standard) | Make: Ford
B2115 is a generic (obd-ii standard) body diagnostic trouble code recorded for Ford vehicles. It belongs to the B-prefix family of codes, which covers body, interior, airbag, or comfort-electronics faults.
When B2115 is stored, the module has detected a short-circuit (voltage pulled to ground or to supply) in the monitored circuit.
Scanning & clearing: Body (B) codes are often stored in the body control module, airbag module, or climate module. A basic OBD-II tool usually will not read body codes — an enhanced or OEM-level scan tool is typically required.
Because B2115 is a generic OBD-II code, its base definition is shared across manufacturers. The specific diagnostic steps, reference values, and repair procedures can vary by vehicle, and the TaT Diagnostic Assistant includes verified procedures submitted by working technicians.
The Body Control Module (BCM) monitors the rear washer request switch input through a dedicated signal circuit. DTC B2115 sets when the BCM detects that the rear washer input voltage has been pulled to ground potential while it should be sitting at a normal pull up reference voltage. The rear washer switch is fitted to the wiper stalk or as a separate console switch on hatchback, wagon, and SUV bodies and is grounded momentarily by the driver to command the rear washer pump. When this code is set the rear washer may run continuously, operate without driver input, or be disabled by the BCM to p...
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Unlock with Free Trial| Code | B2115 |
| System | Body |
| Type | Generic (OBD-II Standard) |
| Make | Ford |
| Causes | Available |
| Diag. Assistant | Available |
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