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DTC U128B: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with Power Control Unit

NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A (see TROUBLESHOOTING - B-CAN SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS TEST MODE A )
  1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS
  2. Press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF, ACC, ON, and OFF mode
  3. Wait for at least 6 seconds
  4. Check for DTCs with the HDS

    Is DTC U128B indicated? 

    YES  -Go to the power control unit input test, and do all power, ground, and communication input tests (see POWER CONTROL UNIT ) If the tests prove OK, replace the power control unit (see POWER CONTROL UNIT )

    NO  -Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time Check for loose or poor connections at power control unit connector C (36P) and the related units