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Fault Code 1233

Fault code 1233

3/2-way valve

Diagnostic conditions
- Ignition on
- Internal auxiliary heater control unit function test

Possible cause of fault
- Electrical fault in electric circuit (plug contact problem)
- Short circuit to ground
- Short circuit to B+
- Open circuit in wiring
- Auxiliary heater control unit faulty

Affected pins
Plug A for auxiliary heater control unit
- Pin 4 '3/2-way valve output'

Plug on 3/2-way valve
- Pin 1 '3/2-way valve input'
- Pin 2 'terminal 31'

Diagnosis/troubleshooting

NOTE:
Visual inspection: During the next check, first ensure that the affected pins of the 14-pin plug connection on the wiring harness are neither damaged nor corroded. Remove any soiling or corrosion/oxidation. Replace damaged parts/wires.