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What this code means
Lid is in locked state, but lid switch is open. The main control cannot detect the lid switch opening and closing properly.. Possible causes: Lid lock mechanism fault; Lid switch failure; Wiring harness issue
Next steps: diagnose the root cause
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Verify the error code is active
Power cycle the unit and see if the code returns. If it does, the fault is persistent and requires diagnosis.
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