Pinpoint Test T : U0257: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Refer to PARKING AID for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
The PAM uses the BCM and the IPC as a gateway modules to communicate with the FCDIM. The PAM communicates over the HS-CAN with the BCM. The BCM communicates over the MS-CAN with the IPC and the IPC communicates over the I-CAN with the FCDIM.
DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
| DTC | Description | Fault Trigger Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| U0257 | Lost Communication With Front Controls / Display Interface Module: No Subtype Information | A CMDTC that sets when the PAM is unable to communicate with the FCDIM for 0.5 seconds or more after the active park assist system has been activated. |
Possible Sources
- Communication concern
- FCDIM
- PAM