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Circuit Description

Modules connected to the class 2 serial data circuit monitor for serial data communications during normal vehicle operation. Operating information and commands are exchanged among the modules. In addition to this, Node Alive messages are transmitted by each module on the class 2 serial data circuit approximately once every two seconds. When the module detects no messages and a high voltage on the class 2 serial data circuit for approximately 3 seconds, U1301 is set and the setting of all other class 2 serial communication DTCs is inhibited.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The following diagnostic trouble codes do not have a current status.
       - B1327
       - B1328
       - B1982
       - B1983
    • The vehicle power mode requires serial data communication to occur.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • No valid messages are detected on the class 2 serial data circuit.
    • The voltage level detected on the class 2 serial data circuit is high.
    • The above conditions are met for approximately 3 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • DTC U1301 is stored in the module memory .
    • The module uses the default values for any information needed from the other modules on the class 2 serial data circuit.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • A current DTC will clear when a valid class 2 message is detected on the class 2 serial data circuit or at the end of the current ignition cycle.
    • A history DTC clears after 50 consecutive ignition cycles without a repeat of the malfunction.

Diagnostic Aids

    • This DTC cannot be retrieved with a current status. The diagnosis of U1301 is accomplished via the symptom, Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with a Class 2 Device. Refer to Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with Class 2 Device .
    • An intermittent condition is likely to be caused by a short to voltage on the class 2 serial data circuit. Use Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems in order to isolate an intermittent condition.