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Monitor Description

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The engine control unit and the transmission control unit are located inside the ECM. The engine control unit intercommunicates with the transmission control via CAN communication.

If there is a problem in this communication, the ECM store this DTC.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area MIL Memory Note
U0101-87 Lost Communication with TCM Missing Message All of the following conditions are met for 1.25 seconds (1 trip detection logic):
  • Ignition switch ON
  • Battery voltage is 10 V or higher
  • No communication between engine control unit and transmission control unit
ECM Comes on DTC stored SAE Code: U0101
DTC for Mexico Models:
- Applies