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DTC U0151 (Gauge Control Module (Without CAN Gateway)) (2016 2017 2018 2019 2020)

DTC U0151  : Gauge control module lost communication with SRS unit

DTC Description DTC
U0151 Gauge control module lost communication with SRS unit  

DTC (Gauge Control Module)

NOTE: 

  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
    U0151 Gauge control module lost communication with SRS unit  

    Is DTC U0151 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.

    Gauge control module connector A (32P)
    SRS unit connector A (39P) - Refer to:
    SRS Unit Removal and Installation (2017 2018 2019 2020), or
    SRS Unit Removal and Installation (2014 2015 2016)

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

    Test condition Vehicle OFF (LOCK) mode
    Gauge control module connector A (32P): disconnected
    SRS unit connector A (39P): disconnected
    Test circuit F-CAN A_H
    Test point 1 Gauge control module connector A (32P) No. 27 (WHT)
    Test point 2 SRS unit connector A (39P) No. 20 (WHT)
    Test circuit F-CAN A_L
    Test point 1 Gauge control module connector A (32P) No. 28 (BRN)
    Test point 2 SRS unit connector A (39P) No. 21 (BRN)
    GHH321773Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

    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 between the SRS unit and the gauge control module.