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DTC U0242: Lost Communication With Headlamp Control Module "B" [09/2020 - ]: Description

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The headlight ECU sub-assembly LH communicates with the headlight ECU sub-assembly RH via LIN communication. If communication between the headlight ECU sub-assembly LH and headlight ECU sub-assembly RH stops, the headlight ECU sub-assembly LH will store this DTC.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area DTC Output from
U0242 Lost Communication With Headlamp Control Module "B" Detection condition: 
  1. The engine switch is on (IG).

Malfunction status: 
  1. A communication malfunction with the headlight ECU sub-assembly RH is detected

Malfunction duration: 
  1. 10 seconds or more
  • Harness or connector
  • Headlight ECU sub-assembly LH
  • Headlight ECU sub-assembly RH
HL AutoLeveling