Wireless Control Module
DTC U0164: A/C-ECU CAN timeoutCAUTION:
- If DTC U0164 is set, be sure to diagnose the CAN bus line.
- When replacing the ECU, always check that the communication circuit is normal.
DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION
If the signal from A/C-ECU cannot be received, the WCM sets DTC U0164.
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
- The CAN bus line may be defective.
- The A/C-ECU may be defective.
- The WCM may be defective.
DIAGNOSIS
Required Special Tools:
MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
MB991824: Vehicle Communication Interface (V.C.I.)
MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A (Vehicles with CAN communication system)
STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991958, diagnose the CAN bus line.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
1. Connect scan tool MB991958. Refer to "How to connect the Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III)." How to Connect the Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III)
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Diagnose the CAN bus line.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Q: Is the CAN bus line found to be normal?
YES : Go to Step 2.
NO : Repair the CAN bus line.
STEP 2. Using scan tool MB991958, read the A/C diagnostic trouble code.
Check if DTC is set to the A/C-ECU.
Q: Is the DTC set?
YES : Troubleshoot the A/C (Refer to A/C, Manual A/C Diagnosis 0r Automatic A/C, Auto A/C Diagnosis).
NO : Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code.
Check again if the DTC is set to the WCM.
1. Erase the DTC.
2. Turn the ignition switch from "LOCK" (OFF) position to "ON" position.
3. Check if DTC is set.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Q: Is the DTC set?
YES : Replace WCM and register the ID codes.
NO : The trouble can be an intermittent malfunction (Refer to General (Body and Chassis) - How to use Troubleshooting/inspection Service Points - How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunction).