B010A code meaning
Camera Washer Actuator A
What B010A means
B010A opens a row of eighteen camera washer actuators, lettered A to S with I left out. The actuator is the electrically driven part that sends fluid to one camera lens: a pump of its own or a valve on a shared line. Continental's patent US11673532B2 (filed 2019) shows the layout such a row implies: front, side and rear cameras, each with its own nozzle and valve, fed by one or more pumps and switched by a controller that washes when the picture looks blocked and always cleans the rear lens in reverse. Solero sells electromagnetic valves in 2/2- and 3/2-way form for this job, and Valeo builds complete camera cleaning systems including the control unit. Makers keep the camera behind letter A to themselves; B010A appears in no public manufacturer document. The camera keeps working; only its wash is lost.
B010A at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium, DIY possible
- Typical labor0.3 to 2 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of B010A
- The camera assigned to actuator A is no longer washed, neither on request nor automatically
- Camera view stays dirty in rain, mud or road salt; a camera blocked message may appear
Common causes of B010A
- Most likelyValve coil or pump motor of actuator A open or shorted
- PossibleCorroded or loose plug at actuator A, which sits in the splash zone near the camera
- Less likelyDriver stage in the controlling module defective
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Camera washer actuator aWasher pumpActuator wiring
What each part of B010A means
| B | Body system: airbags, seat belts, power seats, lights and climate control. |
| 0 | Generic code: it means the same on every make (SAE standard). |
| 0A | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note B010A and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about B010A
What does B010A mean?
B010A means "Camera Washer Actuator A". B010A opens a row of eighteen camera washer actuators, lettered A to S with I left out. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with B010A?
B010A does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will B010A fail an emissions test?
B010A is not an emissions code, so on its own it usually does not fail an emissions test. Other stored codes or a lit check engine light still can.
How hard is B010A to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.3 to 2 hours of work. A careful DIY repair is possible with basic tools and a scanner.
Will B010A clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.