Hood Ajar Circuit
B3006 — Hood Ajar Circuit
System: Body | Type: Manufacturer-Specific | Make: Holden
B3006 is a manufacturer-specific body diagnostic trouble code recorded for Holden vehicles. It belongs to the B-prefix family of codes, which covers body, interior, airbag, or comfort-electronics faults.
When B3006 is stored, the module has detected an electrical-circuit fault in the wiring, connector, or driver associated with the named component.
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.
B3006 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 Body Control Module (BCM) monitors the hood ajar switch circuit to determine whether the bonnet is open or closed for the theft deterrent and vehicle security system. DTC B3006 is set when the BCM detects an implausible signal, open circuit, short to ground, or short to battery in the hood ajar switch circuit for a calibrated period. The hood ajar switch is typically a simple grounding or contact switch mounted at the bonnet latch that changes state as the bonnet opens and closes. When this code is set the alarm may trigger falsely or fail to arm, the instrument cluster may show the bonnet...
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Unlock with Free Trial| Code | B3006 |
| System | Body |
| Type | Manufacturer-Specific |
| Make | Holden |
| Causes | Available |
| Diag. Assistant | Available |
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