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DTC U0101 (Gauge Control Module (Without CAN Gateway)) (2016 2017 2018 2019 2020)

DTC U0101  : Gauge control module lost communication with AT

DTC Description DTC
U0101 Gauge control module lost communication with AT  

DTC (Gauge Control Module)

NOTE:

Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information - Refer to:

How to Troubleshoot the Fuel and Emissions Systems (2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020) or

How to Troubleshoot the Fuel and Emissions Systems (With Auto Idle Stop System) (2016 2017 2018 2019 2020)

  1. Problem verification

    - 1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.

    - 2. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode and then the ON mode.

    - 3. Wait for at least 6 seconds.

    - 4. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

    DTC Description DTC
    U0101 Gauge control module lost communication with AT  

    Is DTC U0100 indicated?

    YES 

    Go to step 2.

    NO 

    Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.

  2. Open wire check (F-CAN A lines)

    - 1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

    - 2. Disconnect the following connectors.

    TCM connector (58P)
    Gauge control module connector A (32P)

    - 3. Check for continuity between test points 1 and 2 respectively.

    Test condition Vehicle OFF (LOCK) mode
    TCM connector A (58P): disconnected
    Gauge control module connector A (32P): disconnected
    Test circuit F-CAN A_H
    Test point 1 Gauge control module connector A (32P) No. 27 - Refer to:
    Gauge Control Module Input Test (2016), or
    Gauge Control Module Input Test (2017 2018 2019 2020)
    Test point 2 TCM connector (58P) No. 34
    Test circuit F-CAN A_L
    Test point 1 Gauge control module connector A (32P) No. 28 - Refer to:
    Gauge Control Module Input Test (2016), or
    Gauge Control Module Input Test (2017 2018 2019 2020)
    Test point 2 TCM connector (58P) No. 47

    Is there continuity?

    YES 

    The F-CAN A wires are OK. Replace the gauge control module .

    NO 

    An open or poor connection in the F-CAN A wires.