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ECM/PCM




Control System DTCs

DTC Troubleshooting: U0029

DTC U0029 : F-CAN Malfunction (BUS-OFF (ECM/PCM))

NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information How To Troubleshoot The Fuel And Emissions Systems.

1. Problem verification:

Problem verification
-1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

-2. Clear the DTC with the HDS.

-3. Check for Pending or Confirmed DTCs with the HDS.

Is DTC U0029 indicated?
-YES- The failure is duplicated. Update the ECM/PCM ECM/PCM Update if it does not have the latest software, or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM Service and Repair, then do the repair verification.
-NO- Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.

Repair verification:

-1. Check for Pending or Confirmed DTCs with the HDS.

Is DTC U0029 indicated?
-YES- If the ECM/PCM was updated, substitute a known-good ECM/PCM Service and Repair, then recheck. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, go to step 1.
-NO- Troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM Service and Repair. If any other Pending or Confirmed DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.