U0146:00
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
With the ignition ON, the GWM sends messages to the VDM over the HS-CAN2. If the VDM does not receive these messages within a certain time frame, the module sets Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). For information on the messages sent to the VDM by the GWM, go to the Module Network Input Messages - VDM. REFER to: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension - System Operation and Component Description (204-05 Vehicle Dynamic Suspension, Description and Operation).
DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
DTC | Description | Fault Trigger Conditions |
|---|---|---|
U0146:00 Lost Communication With Gateway "A": No Sub Type Information | This DTC sets in continuous memory if any one of the BCM, IPC or PCM messages are missing. |
Possible Sources
Wiring, terminals or connectors Network communication concern GWM
PINPOINT TEST E : U0146:00
E1 CHECK THE COMMUNICATION NETWORK
Ignition ON. Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the Network Test.
Does the GWM pass the Network Test?
Yes | GO to E2 |
|---|---|
No | DIAGNOSE the GWM does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool. REFER to: Communications Network (418-00 Module Communications Network) . |
E2 CHECK THE VDM (VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)
Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the VDM self-test. Clear the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). Ignition OFF. Ignition ON. Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the VDM self-test. Record the VDM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
Is DTC U0146:00 retrieved again?
Yes | GO to E3 |
|---|---|
No | The system is operating correctly at this time. The DTC may have been set due to high network traffic or an intermittent fault condition. |
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