OBD2 U Codes: Your Comprehensive Guide to Network Communication Faults

Understanding OBD2 trouble codes is crucial for diagnosing vehicle issues, and among these, the U codes, also known as network communication codes, play a significant role. These codes, often referred to as “Obd2 U Codes”, signal problems within your vehicle’s communication network, indicating that different electronic control modules (ECMs) are not communicating effectively with each other. This article provides a detailed overview of generic OBD-II U codes, helping you understand what these codes mean and where to begin your diagnostic process.

Decoding OBD2 U Codes: Network Communication Issues

OBD2 “U” codes are generic network communication trouble codes. They highlight issues within the Controller Area Network (CAN bus) and other communication protocols used in modern vehicles. These networks allow various modules like the engine control module (ECM), transmission control module (TCM), anti-lock braking system (ABS) module, and body control module (BCM) to share information. When a U code appears, it signifies a disruption in this communication, which can lead to a variety of symptoms and drivability problems.

OBD2 U codes are generally categorized into ranges, each indicating a different type or area of network communication issue. Below is a breakdown of common U code ranges and their descriptions:

U0001-U0099: CAN Bus Communication Faults

This range of OBD2 U codes primarily focuses on issues within the Controller Area Network (CAN) communication bus. The CAN bus is the backbone of vehicle communication, allowing high-speed data exchange between critical modules. Problems here can severely impact vehicle operation.

  • U0000 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0001 High Speed CAN Communication Bus
  • U0002 High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
  • U0003 High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
  • U0004 High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
  • U0005 High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
  • U0006 High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
  • U0007 High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
  • U0008 High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
  • U0009 High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) shorted to Bus (+)
  • U000A, U000B, U000C, U000D, U000E, U000F ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0010 Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus
  • U0011 Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
  • U0012 Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
  • U0013 Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
  • U0014 Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
  • U0015 Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
  • U0016 Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
  • U0017 Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
  • U0018 Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) shorted to Bus (+)
  • U0019 Low Speed CAN Communication Bus
  • U001A, U001B, U001C, U001D, U001E, U001F ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0020 Low Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
  • U0021 Low Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
  • U0022 Low Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
  • U0023 Low Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
  • U0024 Low Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
  • U0025 Low Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
  • U0026 Low Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
  • U0027 Low Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) shorted to Bus (+)
  • U0028 Vehicle Communication Bus A
  • U0029 Vehicle Communication Bus A Performance
  • U002A, U002B, U002C, U002D, U002E, U002F ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0030 Vehicle Communication Bus A (+) Open
  • U0031 Vehicle Communication Bus A (+) Low
  • U0032 Vehicle Communication Bus A (+) High
  • U0033 Vehicle Communication Bus A (-) Open
  • U0034 Vehicle Communication Bus A (-) Low
  • U0035 Vehicle Communication Bus A (-) High
  • U0036 Vehicle Communication Bus A (-) shorted to Bus A (+)
  • U0037 Vehicle Communication Bus B
  • U0038 Vehicle Communication Bus B Performance
  • U0039 Vehicle Communication Bus B (+) Open
  • U003A, U003B, U003C, U003D, U003E, U003F ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0040 Vehicle Communication Bus B (+) Low
  • U0041 Vehicle Communication Bus B (+) High
  • U0042 Vehicle Communication Bus B (-) Open
  • U0043 Vehicle Communication Bus B (-) Low
  • U0044 Vehicle Communication Bus B (-) High
  • U0045 Vehicle Communication Bus B (-) shorted to Bus B (+)
  • U0046 Vehicle Communication Bus C
  • U0047 Vehicle Communication Bus C Performance
  • U0048 Vehicle Communication Bus C (+) Open
  • U0049 Vehicle Communication Bus C (+) Low
  • U004A, U004B, U004C, U004D, U004E, U004F ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0050 Vehicle Communication Bus C (+) High
  • U0051 Vehicle Communication Bus C (-) Open
  • U0052 Vehicle Communication Bus C (-) Low
  • U0053 Vehicle Communication Bus C (-) High
  • U0054 Vehicle Communication Bus C (-) shorted to Bus C (+)
  • U0055 Vehicle Communication Bus D
  • U0056 Vehicle Communication Bus D Performance
  • U0057 Vehicle Communication Bus D (+) Open
  • U0058 Vehicle Communication Bus D (+) Low
  • U0059 Vehicle Communication Bus D (+) High
  • U005A, U005B, U005C, U005D, U005E, U005F ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0060 Vehicle Communication Bus D (-) Open
  • U0061 Vehicle Communication Bus D (-) Low
  • U0062 Vehicle Communication Bus D (-) High
  • U0063 Vehicle Communication Bus D (-) shorted to Bus D (+)
  • U0064 Vehicle Communication Bus E
  • U0065 Vehicle Communication Bus E Performance
  • U0066 Vehicle Communication Bus E (+) Open
  • U0067 Vehicle Communication Bus E (+) Low
  • U0068 Vehicle Communication Bus E (+) High
  • U0069 Vehicle Communication Bus E (-) Open
  • U006A, U006B, U006C, U006D, U006E, U006F ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0070 Vehicle Communication Bus E (-) Low
  • U0071 Vehicle Communication Bus E (-) High
  • U0072 Vehicle Communication Bus E (-) shorted to Bus E (+)
  • U0073 Control Module Communication Bus A Off
  • U0074 Control Module Communication Bus B Off
  • U0075 through U00FF ISO/SAE Reserved

U0300-U0399: Internal Control Module Incompatibility

Moving beyond basic communication bus issues, the U0300-U0399 range addresses software incompatibility problems within the vehicle’s control modules. These codes often arise after module replacement or software updates.

  • U0300 Internal Control Module Software Incompatibility
  • U0301 Software Incompatibility with ECM/PCM
  • U0302 Software Incompatibility with Transmission Control Module
  • U0303 Software Incompatibility with Transfer Case Control Module
  • U0304 Software Incompatibility with Gear Shift Control Module
  • U0305 Software Incompatibility with Cruise Control Module
  • U0306 Software Incompatibility with Fuel Injector Control Module
  • U0307 Software Incompatibility with Glow Plug Control Module
  • U0308 Software Incompatibility with Throttle Actuator Control Module
  • U0309 Software Incompatibility with Alternative Fuel Control Module
  • U0310 Software Incompatibility with Fuel Pump Control Module
  • U0311 Software Incompatibility with Drive Motor Control Module
  • U0312 Software Incompatibility with Battery Energy Control Module A
  • U0313 Software Incompatibility with Battery Energy Control Module B
  • U0314 Software Incompatibility with Four-Wheel Drive Clutch Control Module
  • U0315 Software Incompatibility with Anti-Lock Brake System Control Module
  • U0316 Software Incompatibility with Vehicle Dynamics Control Module
  • U0317 Software Incompatibility with Park Brake Control Module
  • U0318 Software Incompatibility with Brake System Control Module
  • U0319 Software Incompatibility with Steering Effort Control Module
  • U0320 Software Incompatibility with Power Steering Control Module
  • U0321 Software Incompatibility with Ride Level Control Module
  • U0322 Software Incompatibility with Body Control Module
  • U0323 Software Incompatibility with Instrument Panel Control Module
  • U0324 Software Incompatibility with HVAC Control Module
  • U0325 Software Incompatibility with Auxiliary Heater Control Module
  • U0326 Software Incompatibility with Vehicle Immobilizer Control Module
  • U0327 Software Incompatibility with Vehicle Security Control Module
  • U0328 Software Incompatibility with Steering Angle Sensor Module
  • U0329 Software Incompatibility with Steering Column Control Module
  • U0330 Software Incompatibility with Tire Pressure Monitor Module
  • U0331 Software Incompatibility with Body Control Module “A”

U0400-U0499: Invalid Data Received

The U0400-U0499 series of OBD2 U codes indicates that a control module is receiving invalid or implausible data from another module. This doesn’t necessarily mean a communication breakdown, but rather corrupted or incorrect information being transmitted across the network.

  • U0400 Invalid Data Received
  • U0401 Invalid Data Received From ECM/PCM
  • U0402 Invalid Data Received From Transmission Control Module
  • U0403 Invalid Data Received From Transfer Case Control Module
  • U0404 Invalid Data Received From Gear Shift Control Module
  • U0405 Invalid Data Received From Cruise Control Module
  • U0406 Invalid Data Received From Fuel Injector Control Module
  • U0407 Invalid Data Received From Glow Plug Control Module
  • U0408 Invalid Data Received From Throttle Actuator Control Module
  • U0409 Invalid Data Received From Alternative Fuel Control Module
  • U040A Invalid Data Received From Air Conditioning Control Module
  • U040B Invalid Data Received From Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Module “A”
  • U040C Invalid Data Received From Exhaust Gas Recirculation Control Module “B”
  • U040D Invalid Data Received From Turbocharger/Supercharger Control Module “A”
  • U040E Invalid Data Received From Turbocharger/Supercharger Control Module “B”
  • U040F Invalid Data Received From Reductant Control Module
  • U0410 Invalid Data Received From Fuel Pump Control Module
  • U0411 Invalid Data Received From Drive Motor Control Module
  • U0412 Invalid Data Received From Battery Energy Control Module A
  • U0413 Invalid Data Received From Battery Energy Control Module B
  • U0414 Invalid Data Received From Four-Wheel Drive Clutch Control Module
  • U0415 Invalid Data Received From Anti-Lock Brake System Control Module
  • U0416 Invalid Data Received From Vehicle Dynamics Control Module
  • U0417 Invalid Data Received From Park Brake Control Module
  • U0418 Invalid Data Received From Brake System Control Module
  • U0419 Invalid Data Received From Steering Effort Control Module
  • U041A ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U041B Invalid Data Received From Exhaust Gas Sensor Module
  • U041C Invalid Data Received From Rocker Arm Control Module “A”
  • U041D Invalid Data Received From Rocker Arm Control Module “B”
  • U041E Invalid Data Received From All Wheel Drive Control Module
  • U041F ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0420 Invalid Data Received From Power Steering Control Module
  • U0421 Invalid Data Received From Ride Level Control Module
  • U0422 Invalid Data Received From Body Control Module
  • U0423 Invalid Data Received From Instrument Panel Control Module
  • U0424 Invalid Data Received From HVAC Control Module
  • U0425 Invalid Data Received From Auxiliary Heater Control Module
  • U0426 Invalid Data Received From Vehicle Immobilizer Control Module
  • U0427 Invalid Data Received From Vehicle Security Control Module
  • U0428 Invalid Data Received From Steering Angle Sensor Module
  • U0429 Invalid Data Received From Steering Column Control Module
  • U0430 Invalid Data Received From Tire Pressure Monitor Module
  • U0431 Invalid Data Received From Body Control Module “A”
  • U0432 Invalid Data Received From Multi-axis Acceleration Sensor Module
  • U0433 Invalid Data Received From Cruise Control Front Distance Range Sensor Single Sensor or Center
  • U0434 Invalid Data Received From Active Roll Control Module
  • U0435 Invalid Data Received From Power Steering Control Module Rear
  • U0436 Invalid Data Received From Differential Control Module Front
  • U0437 Invalid Data Received From Differential Control Module Rear
  • U0438 Invalid Data Received From Trailer Brake Control Module
  • U0439 Invalid Data Received From All Terrain Control Module
  • U043A Invalid Data Received From Suspension Control Module “B”
  • U043B Invalid Data Received From Cruise Control Front Distance Range Sensor Left
  • U043C Invalid Data Received From Cruise Control Front Distance Range Sensor Right
  • U043D, U043E, U043F, U0440 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0441 Invalid Data Received From Emissions Critical Control Information
  • U0442 Invalid Data Received From ECM/PCM “B”
  • U0443 Invalid Data Received From Body Control Module “B”
  • U0444 Invalid Data Received From Body Control Module “C
  • U0445 Invalid Data Received From Body Control Module “D”
  • U0446 Invalid Data Received From Body Control Module “E”
  • U0447 Invalid Data Received From Gateway “A”
  • U0448 Invalid Data Received From Gateway “B”
  • U0449 Invalid Data Received From Gateway “C”
  • U044A Invalid Data Received From Gateway “D”
  • U044B, U044C, U044D, U044E, U044F, U0450 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0451 Invalid Data Received From Gateway “E”
  • U0452 Invalid Data Received From Restraints Control Module
  • U0453 Invalid Data Received From Side Restraints Control Module Left
  • U0454 Invalid Data Received From Side Restraints Control Module Right
  • U0455 Invalid Data Received From Restraints Occupant Classification System Module
  • U0456 Invalid Data Received From Coolant Temperature Control Module
  • U0457 Invalid Data Received From Information Center “A”
  • U0458 Invalid Data Received From Information Center “B”
  • U0459 Invalid Data Received From Head Up Display
  • U045A Invalid Data Received From Parking Assist Control Module “A”
  • U045B, U045C, U045D, U045E, U045F U0460 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0461 Invalid Data Received From Audible Alert Control Module
  • U0462 Invalid Data Received From Compass Module
  • U0463 Invalid Data Received From Navigation Display Module
  • U0464 Invalid Data Received From Navigation Control Module
  • U0465 Invalid Data Received From PTO Control Module
  • U0466 Invalid Data Received From HVAC Control Module Rear
  • U0467 Invalid Data Received From Fuel Additive Control Module
  • U0468 Invalid Data Received From Fuel Cell Control Module
  • U0469 Invalid Data Received From Starter / Generator Control Module
  • U046A Invalid Data Received From Sunroof Control Module
  • U046B Invalid Data Received From Global Positioning System Module
  • U046C, U046D, U046E, U046F, U0470 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0471 Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor A”
  • U0472 Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor B”
  • U0473 Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor C”
  • U0474 Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor D”
  • U0475 Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor E”
  • U0476 Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor F”
  • U0477 Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor G”
  • U0478 Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor H”
  • U0479 Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor I”
  • U047A Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor J”
  • U047B Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor K”
  • U047C Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor L”
  • U047D Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor M”
  • U047E Invalid Data Received From “Restraints System Sensor N”
  • U047F Invalid Data Received From Seatbelt Pretensioner Module “A”
  • U0480 Invalid Data Received From Seatbelt Pretensioner Module “B”
  • U0481 Invalid Data Received From Automatic Lighting Control Module
  • U0482 Invalid Data Received From Headlamp Leveling Control Module
  • U0483 Invalid Data Received From Lighting Control Module Front
  • U0484 Invalid Data Received From Lighting Control Module Rear “A”
  • U0485 Invalid Data Received From Radio
  • U0486 Invalid Data Received From Antenna Control Module
  • U0487 Invalid Data Received From Audio Amplifier “A”
  • U0488 Invalid Data Received From Digital Disc Player/Changer Module “A”
  • U0489 Invalid Data Received From Digital Disc Player/Changer Module “B”
  • U048A Invalid Data Received From Digital Disc Player/Changer Module “C”
  • U048B, U048C, U048D, U048E, U048F, U0490 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0491 Invalid Data Received From Digital Disc Player/Changer Module “D”
  • U0492 Invalid Data Received From Television
  • U0493 Invalid Data Received From Personal Computer
  • U0494 Invalid Data Received From “Digital Audio Control Module A”
  • U0495 Invalid Data Received From “Digital Audio Control Module B”
  • U0496 Invalid Data Received From Subscription Entertainment Receiver Module
  • U0497 Invalid Data Received From Entertainment Control Module Rear “A”
  • U0498 Invalid Data Received From Telephone Control Module
  • U0499 Invalid Data Received From Telematic Control Module
  • U049A Invalid Data Received From “Door Control Module A”
  • U049B through U04FF ISO/SAE Reserved

U05xx-U05FF & U0600: More Invalid Data and Module Specific Issues

Extending the “Invalid Data” theme, the U05xx range continues to pinpoint modules sending incorrect information. This section also begins to include more specific module-related communication problems.

  • U0500 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0501 Invalid Data Received From “Door Control Module B”
  • U0502 Invalid Data Received From “Door Control Module C”
  • U0503 Invalid Data Received From “Door Control Module D”
  • U0504 Invalid Data Received From “Door Control Module E”
  • U0505 Invalid Data Received From “Door Control Module F”
  • U0506 Invalid Data Received From “Door Control Module G”
  • U0507 Invalid Data Received From Folding Top Control Module
  • U0508 Invalid Data Received From Moveable Roof Control Module
  • U0509 Invalid Data Received From “Seat Control Module A”
  • U050A Invalid Data Received From “Seat Control Module B”
  • U050B, U050C, U050D, U050E, U050F, U0510 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0511 Invalid Data Received From “Seat Control Module C”
  • U0512 Invalid Data Received From “Seat Control Module D”
  • U0513 Invalid Data Received From Yaw Rate Sensor Module
  • U0514 Invalid Data Received From Mirror Control Module
  • U0515 Invalid Data Received From Remote Function Actuation
  • U0516 Invalid Data Received From “Door Switch A”
  • U0517 Invalid Data Received From “Door Switch B”
  • U0518 Invalid Data Received From “Door Switch C”
  • U0519 Invalid Data Received From “Door Switch D”
  • U051A Invalid Data Received From “Door Switch E”
  • U051B, U051C, U051D, U051E, U051F, U0520 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0521 Invalid Data Received From “Door Switch F”
  • U0522 Invalid Data Received From “Door Switch G”
  • U0523 Invalid Data Received From “Door Window Motor A”
  • U0524 Invalid Data Received From “Door Window Motor B”
  • U0525 Invalid Data Received From “Door Window Motor C”
  • U0526 Invalid Data Received From “Door Window Motor D”
  • U0527 Invalid Data Received From “Door Window Motor E”
  • U0528 Invalid Data Received From “Door Window Motor F”
  • U0529 Invalid Data Received From “Door Window Motor G”
  • U052A Invalid Data Received From Heated Steering Wheel Module
  • U052B, U052C, U052D, U052E, U052F, U0530 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0531 Invalid Data Received From Rear Gate Module
  • U0532 Invalid Data Received From Rain Sensing Module
  • U0533 Invalid Data Received From Side Obstacle Detection Control Module Left
  • U0534 Invalid Data Received From Side Obstacle Detection Control Module Right
  • U0535 Invalid Data Received From Convenience Recall Module
  • U0536 Invalid Data Received From Lateral Acceleration Sensor Module
  • U0537 Invalid Data Received From Column Lock Module
  • U0538 Invalid Data Received From “Digital Audio Control Module C”
  • U0539 Invalid Data Received From “Digital Audio Control Module D”
  • U053A Invalid Data Received From Entrapment Control Module “A”
  • U053B Invalid Data Received From Image Processing Module “A”
  • U053C Invalid Data Received From Image Processing Module “B”
  • U053D Invalid Data Received From Image Processing Module “C”
  • U053E, U053F, U0540 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0541 Invalid Data Received From Entrapment Control Module “B”
  • U0542 Invalid Data Received From Headlamp Control Module “A”
  • U0543 Invalid Data Received From Headlamp Control Module “B”
  • U0544 Invalid Data Received From Parking Assist Control Module “B”
  • U0545 Invalid Data Received From Running Board Control Module
  • U0546 Invalid Data Received From Entertainment Control Module Front
  • U0547 Invalid Data Received From “Seat Control Module E”
  • U0548 Invalid Data Received From “Seat Control Module F”
  • U0549 Invalid Data Received From Remote Accessory Module
  • U054A Invalid Data Received From Entertainment Control Module Rear “B”
  • U054B Invalid Data Received From Interior Lighting Control Module
  • U054C, U054D, U054E, U054F, U0550 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0551 Invalid Data Received From Impact Classification System Module
  • U0552 Invalid Data Received From Running Board Control Module “B”
  • U0553 Invalid Data Received From Lighting Control Module Rear “B”
  • U0554 Invalid Data Received From Accessory Protocol Interface Module
  • U0555 Invalid Data Received From Remote Start Module
  • U0556 Invalid Data Received From Front Display Interface Module
  • U0557 Invalid Data Received From Front Controls Interface Module “A”
  • U0558 Invalid Data Received From Front Controls/Display Interface Module
  • U0559 Invalid Data Received From Radio Transceiver
  • U055A Invalid Data Received From Special Purpose Vehicle Control Module “A”
  • U055B Invalid Data Received From Special Purpose Vehicle Control Module “B”
  • U055C Invalid Data Received From Special Purpose Vehicle Control Module “C”
  • U055D Invalid Data Received From Special Purpose Vehicle Control Module “D”
  • U055E Invalid Data Received From Front Controls Interface Module “B”
  • U055F, U0560 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0561 Invalid Data Received From Seat Control Switch Module “A”
  • U0562 Invalid Data Received From Seat Control Switch Module “B”
  • U0563 Invalid Data Received From Audio Amplifier “B”
  • U0564 Invalid Data Received From Speech Recognition Module
  • U0565 Invalid Data Received From Camera Module Rear
  • U0566, U0567, U0568, U0569, U0570, U0571, U0572, U0573, U0574, U0575, U0576, U0577, U0578, U0579, U0580, U0581, U0582, U0583, U0584, U0585, U0586 ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0587 Invalid Data Received From With Radiator Anti Tamper Device
  • U0588 Invalid Data Received From Transmission Fluid Pump Module
  • U0589 Invalid Data Received From DC to AC Converter Control Module “A”
  • U058A Invalid Data Received From DC to AC Converter Control Module “B”
  • U058B ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U0592 Invalid Data Received From Gear Shift Control Module “B”
  • U0593 Invalid Data Received From Drive Motor Control Module “B”
  • U0594 Invalid Data Received From Hybrid Powertrain Control Module
  • U0595 Invalid Data Received From Powertrain Control Monitor Module
  • U0596 Invalid Data Received From AC to AC Converter Control Module
  • U0597 Invalid Data Received From AC to DC Converter Control Module “A”
  • U0598 Invalid Data Received From AC to DC Converter Control Module “B”
  • U0599 Invalid Data Received From DC to DC Converter Control Module “A”
  • U059A Invalid Data Received From DC to DC Converter Control Module “B”
  • U059B Invalid Data Received From Hybrid Battery Pack Sensor Module
  • U059C Invalid Data Received From Drive Motor Control Module “C”
  • U059D Invalid Data Received From Drive Motor Control Module “D”
  • U059E Invalid Data Received From NOX Sensor “A”
  • U059F Invalid Data Received From NOX Sensor “B”
  • U05A0 through U05FF and U0600 ISO/SAE Reserved

U1xxx: Manufacturer Specific Network Codes

Beyond the generic OBD2 U codes, the U1xxx range is reserved for manufacturer-specific network communication codes. These codes are defined by individual vehicle manufacturers and will vary between makes and models. Consult your vehicle’s service manual for specific U1xxx code definitions.

U2xxx & U3xxx: Network Communication & Control Module Issues

The U2xxx and U3xxx ranges cover a broader spectrum of network communication issues, including manufacturer-controlled DTCs and control module malfunctions.

  • U2000 Manufacturer Controlled DTC
  • U3000 Control Module
  • U3001 Control Module Improper Shutdown
  • U3002 Vehicle Identification Number
  • U3003 Battery Voltage
  • U3004 Accessory Power Relay
  • U3005 Retained Accessory Power
  • U3006 Control Module Input Power “A”
  • U3007 Control Module Input Power “B”
  • U3008 Control Module Ground “A”
  • U3009 Control Module Ground “B”
  • U300A Ignition Switch
  • U300B Ignition Input Accessory/On/Start
  • U300C Ignition Input Off/On/Start
  • U300D Ignition Input On/Start
  • U300E Ignition Input On
  • U300F Ignition Input Accessory
  • U3010 Ignition Input Start
  • U3011 Ignition Input Off
  • U3012 through U30FF ISO/SAE Reserved
  • U3100 ISO/SAE Reserved

Diagnosing OBD2 U Codes

Diagnosing OBD2 U codes requires a systematic approach. Since these codes point to network communication problems, the issue could stem from various sources, including:

  • Wiring and Connections: Faulty wiring, corroded connectors, or loose terminals within the CAN bus or other communication networks.
  • Control Module Malfunctions: A failing or malfunctioning control module can disrupt communication.
  • Software Issues: Software glitches or incompatibility within control modules.
  • CAN Bus Issues: Problems directly within the CAN bus, such as shorts, opens, or high resistance.
  • Power and Ground Issues: Inadequate power supply or grounding to control modules.

Troubleshooting Steps:

  1. Record all codes: Use an OBD2 scanner to retrieve all trouble codes, not just the U codes. Other codes can provide valuable context.
  2. Inspect wiring and connectors: Visually inspect the wiring and connectors related to the affected modules and the CAN bus for damage, corrosion, or looseness.
  3. Check module power and ground: Verify that the control modules are receiving proper power and ground.
  4. CAN bus testing: Use a multimeter or oscilloscope to test the CAN bus for proper voltage, resistance, and signal integrity.
  5. Module scanning and testing: Use a professional-grade scan tool to communicate with individual modules and perform module-specific tests.
  6. Software updates/programming: In cases of software incompatibility, reprogramming or updating the affected modules may be necessary.

Disclaimer: This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended as professional repair advice. Always consult a qualified automotive technician for diagnosis and repair of vehicle issues. We are not responsible for any actions you take based on this information.

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