B0118 code meaning
Camera Washer Actuator P
What B0118 means
B0118 covers actuator P. Equipment can disappear in the middle of a model year. Ford's SSM 51564 notes that the 2023 Lincoln Aviator and the 2022–2023 Explorer and Police Interceptor Utility built from mid-July or August 2022 lost washing of the rear parking camera; the jet may still be fitted without a hose, which is normal and needs no repair. Should a module be configured for an actuator the car no longer carries, a missing-load code of this kind could follow. Asmo's US20110292212A1 shows the options designers pick from: a T-piece off the rear-window hose, a separate pump for each nozzle, or a diversion valve. No manufacturer documents B0118 or the camera behind P.
B0118 at a glance
- Check engine lightUsually not
- Emissions testNot an emissions code
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.2 to 1.5 hours
- Clears after repairWhen cleared with a scanner
Symptoms of B0118
- Fault stored although the camera has no working wash, or only a dummy jet without a hose
- Camera image and parking aid otherwise work normally
Common causes of B0118
- Most likelyModule coded for a camera washer actuator the vehicle is not built with
- PossibleActuator P or its feed open circuit
- Less likelyReplacement module fitted with the wrong variant data
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Camera washer actuator pWasher pumpActuator wiring
What each part of B0118 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). |
| 18 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note B0118 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 B0118
What does B0118 mean?
B0118 means "Camera Washer Actuator P". B0118 covers actuator P. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with B0118?
B0118 does not normally turn on the check engine light by itself. Watch for the symptoms above and have it checked soon.
Will B0118 fail an emissions test?
B0118 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 B0118 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.2 to 1.5 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will B0118 clear itself after the repair?
Clear the code with a scanner after the repair. If the fault is fixed, it does not come back.