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B0110 — Camera Washer Actuator G

Generic OBD-II · all makesBody

B0110 indicates a malfunction in the camera washer actuator (the motor that moves the windshield washer spray to the rear‑view camera). The powertrain control module has detected an abnormal voltage or resistance in the actuator circuit.

Symptoms

What causes it — most likely first

1. Faulty camera washer actuator motor

The motor that drives the washer nozzle for the camera has failed electrically or mechanically, causing an out‑of‑range resistance.

2. Corroded or broken wiring harness

Wire harnesses running to the actuator can suffer corrosion, chafing, or broken pins, resulting in high resistance or open circuits.

3. Poor electrical connection at the actuator connector

Loose, dirty, or damaged connector pins at the actuator can interrupt the signal and trigger the code.

4. Blown fuse or faulty fuse holder

The fuse protecting the camera washer actuator circuit may be open or the holder may have a bad contact.

5. Control‑module fault (PCM/ECM)

A rare possibility is a malfunctioning powertrain control module that incorrectly reads the actuator circuit; this is far less common than a component failure.

How it's diagnosed

  1. Visually inspect the actuator wiring and connector for corrosion, frayed wires, or loose pins.
  2. Check the fuse for the camera washer actuator circuit and replace if open.
  3. Measure resistance across the actuator motor terminals; compare to service specifications.
  4. Apply voltage to the actuator directly (bench test) to verify motor operation.
  5. If the actuator and wiring test good, perform a live data scan of the actuator circuit voltage while activating the washer switch.
  6. Only after confirming all hardware is functional should a reflash or replacement of the control module be considered.

Code facts & related codes

SystemBody
StandardizationSAE generic — identical on every make

Vehicles this code applies to

The definition is universal; the diagnostics are engine-specific. Open your vehicle for the codes documented for it:

2013 Land Rover LR22014 BMW 535d2014 BMW 535d xDrive2014 Land Rover LR2

Frequently asked

Can I simply replace the PCM to clear a B0110 code?

No. Replacing the PCM is rarely the correct solution for B0110 and is usually unnecessary. The code almost always stems from the actuator, wiring, or fuse.

Will cleaning the connector fix the problem?

If the connector pins are dirty or lightly corroded, cleaning and reseating them can restore proper contact and often resolves the code.

Is the rear‑view camera permanently damaged by this code?

The camera itself is not damaged by the code; however, without washer spray the lens can become obscured, reducing visibility until the issue is fixed.

Do I need special tools to test the actuator?

A multimeter for resistance checks and a 12 V power source for a bench test are sufficient; no proprietary scan tool is required for basic diagnosis.