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DTC U0103

DTC U0103:  F-CAN Malfunction (Powertrain Control Module (PCM)-SBW Shifter)

General Description 

Without CAN gateway 

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With CAN gateway 

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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) does not receive the signals from the shift by wire (SBW) shifter control module 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 1.5 seconds or more
DTC Type One drive cycle, MIL off

Enable Conditions 

Condition Minimum Maximum
12 volt battery voltage [BATTERY] 10.0 V -

[ ]: HDS Parameter

Malfunction Threshold 

The PCM does not receive any signals via the F-CAN lines for at least 1.5 seconds.

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.

Diagnosis Details 

Conditions for setting the DTC 

When a malfunction is detected, a Pending DTC, a Confirmed DTC, and the freeze data are stored in the PCM memory. The MIL does not come on.

Conditions for clearing the DTC 

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.