DTC U0019: Bus Off (CAN1): Diagnosis

Required Special Tools: 

• MB991223: Harness Set
• MB992006: Extra Fine Probe
• MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
  • MB991824: V.C.I.
  • MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
  • MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A

1. STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991958, diagnose the CAN bus line 
   CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
   1. Connect scan tool MB991958. Refer to "HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (M.U.T.-III)  ."
   2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
   3. Diagnose the CAN bus line.
   4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

   Q: Is the CAN bus line found to be normal? 

   • YES:  Go to Step 2.
   • NO:  Repair the CAN bus line. (Refer to DIAGNOSIS ).
     Fig 1: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector

     Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
2. STEP 2. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code  .

   Check again if the DTC is set.

   1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector
   2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
   3. Check if the DTC is set.
   4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

   Q: Is the DTC set? 

   • YES:  Replace the A/C controller assembly (A/C-ECU) or heater controller assembly (A/C-ECU) < vehicles without A/C >. On completion, check that the DTC is not reset.
   • NO:  There is an intermittent malfunction such as poor engaged connector(s) or open circuit (Refer to HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTIONS .)