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DTC U1280: Backup Control Unit Communication Bus Line Error (BUS-OFF) (Keyless Access Backup Control Unit)

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DTC Description DTC
U1280 Backup control unit communication bus line error (BUS-OFF)  

DTC (Backup Control Unit)

NOTE:  If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A - Refer to: Body Electrical Troubleshooting - B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A - Initial Communication and DTC Checks .

  1. Problem verification:

    - 1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

    - 2. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.

    - 3. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode and then the ON mode.

    - 4. Wait for at least 6 seconds.

    - 5. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

    DTC Description DTC
    U1280 Backup control unit communication bus line error (BUS-OFF)  

    Is DTC U1280 indicated?

    YES 

    Go to MICU DTC U1280 troubleshooting .

    NO 

    Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.