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Powertrain Control Module (PCM)






U0168-LOST COMMUNICATION WITH VEHICLE SECURITY CONTROL MODULE (WIN)

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to the Wiring Information.

- When Monitored:
With the ignition on.

Battery voltage between 10 and 16 volts.

Ignition Off Draw (IOD) fuse installed.

Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) is configured correctly.

- Set Condition:
Bus messages not received from the Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) for approximately two to five seconds.





VERIFY DTC IS ACTIVE

NOTE: Make sure the IOD fuse is installed and the battery is fully charged before proceeding.

1. Turn the ignition on.
2. With the scan tool, read active DTCs.

Is this DTC active?

Yes

- Testing and Inspection and perform the U0168-Lost Communication with Vehicle Security Control Module (WIN) diagnostic procedure.

No

- Stored Lost Communication DTCs and perform the Stored Lost Communication DTCs diagnostic procedure.