U0168

LOST COMMUNICATION WITH VEHICLE SECURITY MODULE (SKREEM/WCM)

For a complete wiring diagramRefer to Section 8W
When Monitored:Continuously while the system is active.
Set Condition:The ECM doesn’t receive a Bus Message from the SKREEM/WCM.

Possible Causes

INTERMITTENT DTCCAN BUS OPEN OR SHORTED CONDITIONTOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (TIPM)ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM)

Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding.(Refer to 9 – ENGINE – DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)Diagnostic Test1. DTC IS ACTIVEIgnition on, engine not running.With the scan tool, Clear DTCs in the Engine Control Module (ECM).Monitor the scan tool for at least two minutes.Cycle the ignition key off and on several times, leaving the ignition on for at least 10 seconds at a time.Start the engine.Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.With the scan tool, select View DTCs.Is the status Active for this DTC?YesRefer to 8 – ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES – DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING for diagnostic procedures and for further possible causes.NoRefer to the *CHECKING FOR AN INTERMITTENT DTC Diagnostic Procedure.(Refer to 9 – ENGINE – DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING)