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DTC U0029

DTC U0029:  F-CAN Malfunction (BUS-OFF (Powertrain Control Module (PCM)))

General Description 

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The controller area network (CAN) transmits/receives pulsing signals to/from the control modules simultaneously by using two signal lines (H line and L line). When the powertrain control module (PCM) cannot send the signals via the F-CAN lines for a set time, the PCM detects a malfunction and stores a DTC.

Monitor Execution, Sequence, Duration, DTC Type 

Execution Continuous
Sequence None
Duration 1 second or more
DTC Type One drive cycle, MIL on

Enable Conditions 

Condition Minimum Maximum
Elapsed time after the vehicle condition is turned to the ON mode 3 seconds -
12 volt battery voltage [BATTERY] 10.0 V -

[ ]: HDS Parameter

Malfunction Threshold 

The PCM cannot send any signals via the F-CAN lines for at least 1 second.

Possible Cause 

NOTE:  The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.

*1: Without CAN gateway (6-Speed A/T)*2: With CAN gateway (6-Speed A/T), 9-Speed A/T

Diagnosis Details 

Conditions for setting the DTC 

When a malfunction is detected, the MIL comes on and a Pending DTC, a Confirmed DTC, and the freeze data are stored in the PCM memory.

Conditions for clearing the DTC 

The MIL is cleared if the malfunction does not return in three consecutive trips in which the diagnostic runs. The MIL, the Pending DTC, the Confirmed DTC, and the freeze data can be cleared with the scan tool Clear command or by disconnecting the 12 volt battery.