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U0141: Diagnosis and Testing






U0141 - Lost Communication with Totally Integrated Power Module

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to.

When Monitored: With the ignition ON. Battery voltage between 10 and 16 volts. Ignition off draw fuse installed. Totally integrated power module is configured correctly.

Set Condition: Bus messages not received from the TIPM for approximately 2 to 5 seconds.






Test Step 1 - Verify the DTC is Active

Ensure the IOD fuse is installed and battery voltage is between 10 and 16 volts before proceeding.

With the scan tool, read active DTCs.

Is this DTC active?

Yes

Go to Test Step 2.

No

Refer to the Stored Lost Communication DTCs procedure. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics.

Test Step 2 - Test for Any of the Following Active DTCs

With the scan tool, read all active DTCs from all modules.

Test for TIPM configuration, CAN C hardware electrical, VIN Missing/Mismatch, battery or ignition related DTCs.

Does the scan tool display any active DTCs for the conditions listed?

Yes

Perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure.

No

Go to Test Step 3.

Test Step 3 - Verify the TIPM Is Active on the Bus

Turn the ignition ON.

With the scan tool, select network diagnostics.

Verify that the TIPM is active on the bus.

Is the TIPM active on the bus?

Yes

Go to Test Step 4.

No

Perform the No Response Diagnostic Procedure. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics.

Test Step 4 - Test for Additional Communication Related DTCs

With the scan tool, select network diagnostics.

Is there more than one module with Active DTCs logged against the TIPM?

Yes

Replace/update the totally integrated power module.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior

No

Replace/update the module that set this DTC.

Perform the appropriate Verification Test.