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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information






Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information

Condition
The control modules communicate with each other in a network via a standardized serial communication procedure - CAN (Controller Area Network) - for exchange of information. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) ECM-E003 is stored if the engine control module (ECM) registers a software fault where the software does not correspond to the car's other configuration does not communicate with the engine control modules.

Substitute value
- CAN communication is disabled
- cruise control shut off
- fuel shut-off system which follows accelerator pedal (AP) position
- throttle closure when braking.

Possible source
- faulty software in engine control module (ECM)
- defective control module
- This diagnostic trouble code is generated in combination with other trouble codes. Information on the possible root cause is described.

Fault symptom[s]
- General orange warning lamp lit
- cruise control does not function at all
- engine judders under acceleration
- engine judders heavily after engine braking
- uneven idle.