Code
C111F
Generic
C — Chassis
Chassis Control Module Internal Fault (C111F)
AI status
Completed
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Causes
- Internal CCM hardware fault or corrupted firmware
- Loss or intermittent supply voltage (battery/ignition feed)
- Poor ground connection at CCM
- Faulty or corroded connector or wiring to CCM
- CAN/LIN bus communication errors or short circuits
- Electrical noise or interference from aftermarket devices
Symptoms
- Malfunction indicator lamp or chassis warning on dash
- Loss or degraded operation of chassis-related functions (e.g., ABS, traction control, stability assist, electronic suspension) depending on vehicle
- Intermittent or permanent faults in systems controlled by CCM
- Other modules reporting communication timeouts or related DTCs
- Vehicle may go into limp/safe mode for affected systems
What to check
- Read and record all stored DTCs and freeze-frame data with a capable scan tool
- Verify battery voltage and charging system (measure with engine off and running)
- Inspect CCM connector for corrosion, bent pins, or water intrusion
- Check ground continuity from CCM ground to chassis
- Check CAN/LIN bus wiring for continuity, shorts to power or ground, and proper termination
- Verify other modules' communication with the same scan tool (CAN bus presence)
Signal parameters
- Battery voltage at CCM power pin (expected near battery voltage, e.g., 12–14.5 V depending on engine state)
- Ignition/switched supply presence when key on
- Ground resistance/continuity at CCM ground
- CAN bus differential voltages (approx. CAN_H ~2.5–3.5 V, CAN_L ~1.5–1.0 V depending on idle state) and message traffic
- Module internal status/uptime and software/firmware ID (as reported by scan tool)
- Error counters or bus error rates reported by diagnostics
Diagnostic algorithm
- Capture all stored codes and live data from CCM and related modules; note freeze-frame and event logs.
- Verify battery voltage (12.4–12.8 V resting; >13.5 V charging) and ensure stable supply during testing; charge or replace battery if low.
- Visually inspect CCM connectors and harness for damage, corrosion, water ingress, or pin damage; repair as needed.
- Check continuity and low resistance of CCM ground(s) to vehicle chassis; clean and tighten ground connections.
- With a diagnostic tool, verify CAN/LIN communication to the CCM. Check for bus errors, missing messages, or lack of node presence. Measure bus voltages and termination.
- Perform a wiggle test on harness/connectors while monitoring live data and DTCs to try to reproduce intermittent failures.
- If power/ground and bus are good, verify CCM software/firmware version. Compare to factory release; if corrupted or out-of-date, consider reflash using manufacturer procedures.
- If module is confirmed faulty after above checks, follow manufacturer procedure for module replacement and programming. Replace only after wiring and bus integrity are confirmed.
- After repair or reflash, clear codes and perform road/functional test to confirm fault does not return. Re-scan for related DTCs.
Likely causes
- Poor power or ground to the CCM (loose connector, corrosion)
- Faulty CAN bus or harness wiring causing communication errors
- Module hardware failure (electronic component fault)
- Corrupt software or failed update
Fault status
Status
Chassis Control Module internal fault detected — check module power, ground, CAN communication and module integrity.
Repair difficulty: Hard
Diagnostic time: 1.5 - 3.0 hours
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