U18A2
DTC U18A2
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptors
DTC U18A2
- Lost Communication with Fuel Pump Driver Control Module
For symptom byte information, refer to Symptom Byte List Symptom Byte List.
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit/System Description
Devices connected to the serial data circuits monitor for serial data communications during normal vehicle operation. Operating information and commands are exchanged among the devices. The devices have prerecorded information about what messages are needed to be exchanged on the serial data circuits, for each virtual network. The messages are supervised and also, some periodic messages are used by the receiver device as an availability indication of the transmitter device. Each message contains the identification number of the transmitter device.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The system voltage is between 9-16 V.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
A supervised periodic message that includes the transmitter device availability has not been received.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
Specific subsystems will not function.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
* A current DTC clears when the malfunction is no longer present.
* A history DTC clears when the device ignition cycle counter reaches the reset threshold of 50, without a repeat of the malfunction.
Diagnostic Aids
* Sometimes, while diagnosing a specific customer concern or after a repair, you may notice a history U-code present. However, there is no associated "current" or "active" status. Loss-of- communication U-codes such as these can set for a variety of reasons. Many times, they are transparent to the vehicle operator and technician, and/or have no associated symptoms. Eventually, they will erase themselves automatically after a number of fault-free ignition cycles. This condition would most likely be attributed to one of these scenarios:
- A device on the data communication circuit was disconnected while the communication circuit is awake.
- Power to one or more devices was interrupted during diagnosis.
- A low battery condition was present, so some devices stop communicating when battery voltage drops below a certain threshold.
- Battery power was restored to the vehicle and devices on the communication circuit did not all re-initialize at the same time.
- If a loss-of-communication U-code appears in history for no apparent reason, it is most likely associated with one of the scenarios above. These are all temporary conditions and should never be interpreted as an intermittent fault, causing you to replace a part.
* A device may have a U-code stored in history that does not require any repairs. Issues with late or corrupted messages between devices can be temporary with no apparent symptom or complaint; this does not mean the device is faulty. Do not replace a device based only on a history U-code.
* Do not replace a device reporting a U-code. The U-code identifies which device needs to be diagnosed for a communication issue.
* Communication may be available between the device and the scan tool with one or more GMLAN serial data systems inoperative. This condition is due to the device using multiple GMLAN busses.
* Use Data Link References Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview to determine what GMLAN serial data communications the non communicating device uses.
* The device may not have internal protection for specific control circuits and may open a B+ or ignition fuse. If a fuse is open and the B+ or ignition circuit is not shorted to ground, ensure none of the control circuits are shorted to ground before replacing the non communicating device.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
* Data Communication Schematics [1][2]Electrical Diagrams
* Control Module References Control Module References
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views Sunshade - Left
Description and Operation
Data Link Communications Description and Operation Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing
* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
1. Ignition ON.
2. Verify that DTC U0073, U0074, U0075, U0076, U0077, U0078, U2100, U1814, U2099, B1325, B1330, B1370, B1380, B1424, B1428, B1440, B1441, B1517, C0800, C0899, C12E1, P0560, or P0562 is not set.
• If any of the DTCs are set
Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle.
• If none of the DTCs are set
3. Refer to Circuit/System Testing.
Circuit/System Testing
Note: Use the schematics and connector end views to identify the device's ground, B+, ignition, accessory wake up serial data, and serial data circuit terminals.
1. Ignition OFF, all access doors closed, all vehicle systems OFF, and all keys at least 3 meters (9.8 feet) away from vehicle. Disconnect the harness connectors at the K111 Fuel Pump Driver Control Module. It may take up to 2 minutes for all vehicle systems to power down.
2. Test for less than 10 ohms between each ground circuit terminal and ground.
• If 10 ohms or greater
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the ground circuit end to end.
• If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
• If less than 2 ohms, repair the open/high resistance in the ground connection.
• If less than 10 ohms
3. Ignition ON.
4. If equipped, verify a test lamp illuminates between each B+ circuit terminal and ground.
• If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is good
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the B+ circuit end to end.
• If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
• If less than 2 ohms, verify the fuse is not open and there is voltage at the fuse.
• If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is open
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the B+ circuit and ground.
• If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
• If infinite resistance, replace the K111 Fuel Pump Driver Control Module.
• If the test lamp illuminates
5. Ignition ON.
6. If equipped, verify a test lamp illuminates between each ignition circuit terminal and ground.
• If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is good
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms in the ignition circuit end to end.
• If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
• If less than 2 ohms, verify the fuse is OK and there is voltage at the fuse.
• If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is open
1. Ignition OFF.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the ignition circuit and ground.
• If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
• If infinite resistance, replace the K111 Fuel Pump Driver Control Module.
• If the test lamp illuminates
7. Ignition ON.
8. If equipped, verify a test lamp illuminates between the accessory wakeup serial data circuit terminal and ground.
• If the test lamp does not illuminate
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connectors at the K9 Body Control Module.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the accessory wakeup serial data circuit and ground.
• If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
• If infinite resistance
3. Test for less than 2 ohms in the accessory wakeup serial data circuit end to end.
• If 2 ohms or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
• If less than 2 ohms, replace the K9 Body Control Module.
• If the test lamp illuminates
9. Ignition OFF, all access doors closed, all vehicle systems OFF, and all keys at least 3 meters (9.8 feet) away from vehicle. Disconnect the harness connectors at the device setting the DTC. It may take up to 2 minutes for all vehicle systems to power down.
10. Test for less than 2 ohms in each serial data circuits end to end between the K111 Fuel Pump Driver Control Module and the device setting the DTC.
• If 2 ohms or greater
Repair the open/high resistance in the serial data circuit.
• If less than 2 ohms
11. Replace the K111 Fuel Pump Driver Control Module.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the repair.
* GMLAN and Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) Wiring Repairs Service and Repair
* Control Module References Control Module References for device replacement, programming and setup