The audio control module sees a failure in the second steering wheel switch circuit
What it means
B1136. The audio control module sees a failure in the second steering wheel switch circuit. Some steering wheel buttons may stop working.
Findings, check these first
- Faulty audio steering wheel switch
- Open or shorted switch wiring
- Poor clockspring connector
- Damaged switch resistor circuit
- Faulty audio control module
Standard procedure
- Confirm the code and test the steering wheel switches
- Inspect the switch and clockspring connector
- Check the switch circuit for an open or short
- Verify the switch resistance readings
- Replace the failed switch or module after tests
Code lookup
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Sources and review
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- B1136 FORD Audio Steering Wheel Switch #2 Circuit Failure: Code Meaning, Causes, Symptoms, & Tech Notes | Engine-Codes.com
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- B1136 Ford - Audio Steering Wheel Switch #2 Circuit Failure | AutoCodes.com
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Last updated 2026-09-29.
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