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Wireless Control Module (WCM)

DTC U0151: SRS-ECU CAN timeout

CAUTION:
- If the DTC U0151 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 no signal from SRS-ECU can be received, WCM sets diagnostic trouble code U0151.

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS

- The CAN bus line may be defective
- The SRS-ECU may be defective
- Malfunction of WCM

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 SRS-ECU diagnostic trouble code.
Check again if the DTC is set to the SRS-ECU.

Q: Is the DTC set?

YES: Troubleshoot the SRS. Diagnostic Trouble Code Descriptions

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.