DTC B2969: Climate Control Unit Lost Communication with MICU (WIPSW message)

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NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in the B-CAN system diagnosis test mode A (see TROUBLESHOOTING - B-CAN SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS TEST MODE A ).

Clear the DTCs with the HDS.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) and then back to ON (II).
Wait for 6 seconds or more.
Do the self-diagnostic function with the HDS (see HOW TO USE THE SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION WITH THE HDS ).
Check for DTCs.
Is DTC 62969 indicated?

YES -Go to step 6.

NO -Intermittent failure, check for a loose wire or poor connection in the climate control unit connector A (40P).
Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Are any of the following DTCs indicated; B1958, B1063, or B1156 indicated?

YES -Do the wiper/washer switch (combination switch control unit) input test (see WIPER/WASHER SWITCH (COMBINATION SWITCH CONTROL UNIT) INPUT TEST ).

NO -Do the climate control power and ground circuit troubleshooting (see CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT POWER AND GROUND CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).