DTC Troubleshooting: U0122 (126)
DTC U0122:
 F-CAN Malfunction (ECM-VSA Modulator-Control Unit)
NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information.
  1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  1. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs with the HDS.
Are DTC U0028 and U0122 indicated at the same time?
YES -
Go to troubleshooting for DTC U0028. ■
NO -
Go to Step 3 .
  1. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
  1. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC U0122 indicated?
YES -
Go to Step 5 .
NO -
Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the gauge control module (tach), the VSA modulator-control unit, and the ECM.■
  1. Check for communication to the VSA system with the HDS.
Does the HDS communicate with the VSA modulator-control unit?
YES -
Go to Step 6 .
NO -
Go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting. ■
  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  1. Jump the SCS line with the HDS.
  1. Disconnect the VSA modulator-control unit 46P connector.
  1. Disconnect ECM connector A (44P).
  1. Check for continuity between ECM connector terminal A36 and VSA modulator-control unit 46P connector terminal No. 39.
Is there continuity?
YES -
Go to Step 11 .
NO -
Repair open in the wire between the ECM (A36) and the VSA modulator-control unit, then go to Step 12 .