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DTC C1020-49, C1021-49

DTC C1020-49  : VSA Master Cut Valve Failure (Unexpected Operation)DTC C1021-49  : VSA Suction Valve Failure (Unexpected Operation)

NOTE:  Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information - Refer to:

How to Troubleshoot the VSA System (2014 2015 2016) or

How to Troubleshoot the VSA System (2017 2018 2019 2020) 

DTC Description DTC Freeze Frame
C1020-49 VSA Master Cut Valve Failure (Unexpected Operation)    
C1021-49 VSA Suction Valve Failure (Unexpected Operation)    

DTC (VSA)

  1. Problem verification

    - 1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

    - 2. Clear the DTC with the HDS.

    - 3. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode, then start the engine.

    - 4. Wait 20 seconds or more.

    - 5. Test-drive the vehicle at 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.

    NOTE:  Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.

    - 6. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

    DTC Description DTC Freeze Frame
    C1020-49 VSA Master Cut Valve Failure (Unexpected Operation)    
    C1021-49 VSA Suction Valve Failure (Unexpected Operation)    

    Is DTC C1020-49 or C1021-49 indicated?

    YES 

    The failure is duplicated. Check for loose terminals and poor connections in the VSA modulator-control unit 38P connector. If they are OK, replace the VSA modulator-control unit .

    NO 

    Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Refer to intermittent failures troubleshooting - Refer to:

    How to Troubleshoot the VSA System (2014 2015 2016) or

    How to Troubleshoot the VSA System (2017 2018 2019 2020) 

    If the freeze data/on-board snapshot of this DTC is recorded, try to reproduce the failure under the same conditions with the freeze data/on-board snapshot.