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B1396: B1396: Seat Switch Circuit Malfunction
on 2021 Honda PASSPORT
Fix Cost
$50 - $200
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
✅ Yes
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2021 Honda
PASSPORT
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📖 What Does B1396 Mean on 2021 Honda PASSPORT?
The seat switch circuit has malfunctioned, preventing the seat from functioning properly. This code is typically set when the seat switch circuit is open or shorted.
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Symptoms
- • Seat will not move
- • or moves erratically
- • or gets stuck
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Common Causes
- • Faulty seat switch
- • wiring issue
- • or electrical component failure
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How to Fix B1396 on 2021 Honda PASSPORT
1. Disconnect battery to reset code. 2. Inspect and clean seat switch contacts. 3. Replace faulty seat switch if necessary. 4. Check and repair wiring if damaged.
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Related Diagnostic Codes
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B1395: Power Window Regulator Circuit Malfunction
Medium
B1397
Sequential Code
B1397: Exterior Lighting Malfunction
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B1398
Sequential Code
B1398: Immobilizer System Malfunction
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💡 Why These Codes Are Related:
- • Similar Issues: Same root cause or component failure
- • Related Problems: Often occur together due to system interactions
- • Sequential Codes: Progressive failure stages or multiple sensors
- • Same System: Components within the same automotive system