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MFI

DTC U1073: Bus Off

CAUTION:
- If the ECM [M/T] or the PCM [A/T] output the DTC U1073, make sure to diagnose the CAN bus line.
- Before replacing the ECU, make sure that the communication circuit is operating normally.


DTC SET CONDITIONS

Check Conditions
- Always

Judgement Criteria
- Bus off error detected

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS (The most likely causes for this code to be set are:)
- CAN line harness damage or connector damage.
- ECM failed. [M/T]
- PCM failed. [A/T]

DIAGNOSIS

Required Special Tools:
- MB991958: Scan tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
- MB991824: V.C.I.
- MB991827: USB Cable
- MB991910: Main Harness A

STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991958, diagnose 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 to the data link connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Diagnose CAN bus line.
4. Turn the ignition switch the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Q: Is the CAN bus line normal?

YES : Go to Step 2.

NO : Repair the CAN bus line. Refer to Controller Area Network (CAN), CAN bus Diagnostics Table. Then go to Step 3.

STEP 2. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code.






Check again if the DTC is set.

1. Erase the DTC.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Check if the DTC is set.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Q: Is DTC U1073 set?

YES : Replace the ECM or the PCM. When the ECM or the PCM is replaced, register the encrypted code. Refer to chassis electrical, Encrypted Code Registration Criteria Table. Then go to Step 3.

NO : It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. Refer to general (body and chassis), How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points -How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunctions.

STEP 3. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code.






Check again if the DTC is set.

1. Erase the DTC.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Check if DTC is set.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Q: Is DTC U1073 set?

YES : Go to Step 1.

NO : The inspection is complete.