DTC U0122: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication With VSA Modulator-Control Unit

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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 )

Clear the DTCs with the HDS.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) and then back to ON (II).
Wait for 6 seconds or more.
Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTCs U0122 indicated?

YES - Go to step 5.

NO - Intermittent failure, the F-CAN communication line is OK at this time. Check for DTCs in the PCM and the VSA modulator-control unit with the HDS. If F-CAN DTCs are present, check for a loose VSA ground or poor connections at the VSA modulator-control unit or gauge control module. If the connections are good, check the battery condition and the charging system, then clear all DTCs. ■
Check for DTCs in the PCM or VSA with the HDS.
Are any DTCs indicated?

YES -Go to the PCM or VSA indicated DTC's troubleshooting. ■

NO - Go to step 6.
Do GAUGE CONTROL MODULE INPUT TEST .
Are all inputs OK?

YES - Go to step 7.

NO - Repair the faulty input, then recheck the DTCs. ■
Substitute a known-good gauge control module (see GAUGE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ).
Clear the DTCs with the HDS.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) and then back to ON (II).
Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC U0122 indicated?

YES - Recheck PCM for DTCs, then recheck the VSA modulator-control unit for DTCs. ■

NO - The original gauge control module is faulty; replace it (see GAUGE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ). ■