DTC U0101 (Flash Code 85) Lost Communication with TCM (RZ4E-TC)

1. DTC U0101 description

The ECM and TCM communicate the control information and diagnostic information via the CAN communication circuit. The ECM monitors the CAN operational status by expecting a constant message flow from each module. If the ECM fails to receive an expected message, the DTC is set.

2. Condition for setting DTC U0101

Condition for running the DTC

  • The battery voltage is 9 V or more.
  • The ignition switch is ON.

Condition for setting the DTC

  • The ECM detects that the CAN messages from the TCM are not being received.

3. Action taken when DTC U0101 sets

  • Euro4: The ECM illuminates the MIL. Refer to Action taken when DTC sets - Type A (Euro4).
  • Except Euro4: The ECM illuminates the check engine warning light. Refer to Action taken when DTC sets - Type A (Except Euro4).

Refer to "51.Engine Control 1A.Troubleshooting(RZ4E-TC) DTC type definitions".

  • The ECM limits the fuel injection quantity.
  • The ECM limits the fuel rail pressure.
  • The ECM inhibits the cruise control.

4. Condition for clearing DTC U0101

  • Euro4: Refer to Condition for clearing the MIL/DTC - Type A or Type B (Euro4).
  • Except Euro4: Refer to Condition for clearing the check engine warning light/DTC - Type A or Type B (Except Euro4).

Refer to "51.Engine Control 1A.Troubleshooting(RZ4E-TC) DTC type definitions".