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Pinpoint Test D: Lost Communication With Suspect Module

  1. Refer to Four Wheel Drive Systems for schematic and connector information.

    Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

    The TCCM communicates directly with the PCM and ABS on the FD-CAN network. The TCCM communicates with the ATCM module on the HS-CAN2 network via the GWM. The TCCM communicates with the BCM on the HS-CAN1 network via the GWM. The TCCM communicates with the IPC on the HS-CAN3 network via the GWM.

    The TCCM sets a DTC for lost communication when it has not received messages from the suspect module for more than 5 seconds with ignition in RUN and battery voltage in range. Other modules that require data from the suspect module may also set a lost communication DTC if the fault is common to both receiving modules.

    DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

    DTC Description Fault Trigger Condition
    ATCM U0140:00 Lost Communication With Body Control Module: No Sub Type Information Sets in continuous memory in the ATCM if data messages received from the BCM through the GWM are missing for 5 seconds or longer.
    TCCM U0100:00 Lost Communication With ECM/PCM 'A': No Sub Type Information Sets in continuous memory in the TCCM if powertrain data messages received from the PCM over the FD-CAN are missing for longer than 5 seconds with ignition in RUN and battery voltage in range.
    TCCM U0101:00 Lost Communication with TCM: No Sub Type Information Sets in continuous memory in the TCCM if powertrain data messages received from the TCM over the FD-CAN are missing for longer than 5 seconds with ignition in RUN and battery voltage in range.
    TCCM U0121:00 Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module 'A': No Sub Type Information Sets in continuous memory in the TCCM if ABS module data messages received from the ABS module over the FD-CAN are missing for longer than 5 seconds.
    TCCM U0138:00 Lost Communication with All Terrain Control Module: No Sub Type Information Sets in continuous memory in the TCCM if data messages received from the ATCM through the GWM are missing for 5 seconds or longer.
    TCCM U0140:00 Lost Communication With Body Control Module: No Sub Type Information Sets in continuous memory in the TCCM if data messages received from the BCM through the GWM are missing for 5 seconds or longer.
    TCCM U0155:00 Lost Communication With Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Control Module: No Sub Type Information Sets in continuous memory in the TCCM if IPC data messages received from the IPC through the GWM are missing for longer than 5 seconds.

    Possible Causes 

    • Suspect module
    • Battery voltage concern
    • HS-CAN2

  2. D1 L1 CHECK FOR LOST COMMUNICATION DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) IN OTHER MODULES

    • Enter the following diagnostic mode: Run ALL CMDTC.

    Do any other modules on the vehicle also have Lost Communication DTC with the suspect module? 

    Yes  REFER to: Ethernet Module Communications Network - System Operation and Component Description .
    No  GO to  D2
  3. D2 REVIEW CMDTC (CONTINUOUS MEMORY DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) FOR LOW VOLTAGE DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE)

    • Review all module CMDTC for low voltage codes.

    Do any modules have low voltage DTC set? 

    Yes  Resolve all vehicle voltage concerns. REFER to: Ethernet Module Communications Network - System Operation and Component Description .
    No  GO to  D3
  4. D3 INSPECT FD-CAN (FLEXIBLE DATA RATE CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK) CONNECTORS

    • DISCONNECT and INSPECT the FD-CAN connectors between the TCCM and the suspect module.

    • Check for the following:

      • corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins).
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins.
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary.

    • Connect all connectors. Make sure each connector seats and latches correctly.

    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.

    Are any DTC s recorded? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM, or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new suspect module. For U0100,
    INSTALL a new Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Only available in the on-line service information RVC: 
    Generate RVC only works in single-step view Generate RVC requires VIN entry  REFER to: Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
    (303-14 Electronic Engine Controls, Removal and Installation). For U0101, INSTALL a new TCM. For U0121, INSTALL a new ABS. For U0138, INSTALL a new ATCM. For U0140, INSTALL a new BCM. For U0155, INSTALL a new IPC.
    No  The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.