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B3197: B3197: Exterior Lighting 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 B3197 Mean on 2021 Honda PASSPORT?

This code indicates a problem with the exterior lighting system, such as a faulty headlight, taillight, or turn signal.
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Symptoms

  • • Dim or inoperative exterior lights
  • • warning lights on dashboard
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Common Causes

  • • Faulty headlight or taillight bulb
  • • wiring issue
  • • or body control module malfunction
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How to Fix B3197 on 2021 Honda PASSPORT

Replace faulty bulb, inspect and repair wiring, update body control module software

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Related Diagnostic Codes

Other codes that may appear with B3197

B3195 Sequential Code

B3195: Power Window Regulator Malfunction

Medium
B3196 Sequential Code

B3196: Seat Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction

Medium
B3198 Sequential Code

B3198: Immobilizer System Malfunction

High
B3199 Sequential Code

B3199: Audio System Malfunction

Medium

💡 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