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2018 CADILLAC XT5

3.6L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
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B2701low severityBody

Power Liftgate Pinch Sensor Circuit

on 2018 Cadillac XT5 3.6L V6 · FWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the power liftgate anti-pinch sensor. This safety sensor stops liftgate movement when an obstruction is detected.

Symptoms

  • Liftgate reverses immediately when closing
  • Liftgate will not close
  • Anti-pinch system fault warning
  • Power liftgate disabled

Common causes

  • Faulty pinch sensor strip
  • Sensor wiring damage
  • Sensor contaminated with dirt
  • Sensor strip out of position
  • Control module fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Clean pinch sensor strip
  2. Inspect sensor strip positioning
  3. Test sensor circuit
  4. Check wiring
  5. Recalibrate anti-pinch system

Repair notes

Replace or reposition anti-pinch sensor strip. Clean debris from sensor area.

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