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U011E — Lost Communication With Throttle Actuator B Control Module

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U011E

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Lost Communication With Throttle Actuator B Control Module

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Causes

  • Blown fuse or loss of battery power to the throttle actuator control module
  • Poor or corroded ground connection at the module
  • Damaged, chafed, or disconnected CAN bus wiring (CAN High / CAN Low)
  • Open or shorted circuit on the module's power or communication pins
  • Failed throttle actuator control module (internal fault)
  • Intermittent connector pin contact or water intrusion

Symptoms

  • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) or warning light illuminated
  • Reduced engine power / limp mode
  • Unresponsive or delayed throttle/pedal response
  • Poor idle or stalling under certain conditions
  • Multiple network-related DTCs present
  • Inability for scan tool to communicate with TAC-B module

What to check

  • Retrieve freeze frame and DTC history with a capable scan tool; note time and conditions
  • Check battery voltage (engine off and cranking) and charging system output
  • Inspect fuses and relay powering the TAC-B module and related circuits
  • Visually inspect TAC-B connector for corrosion, bent pins, water intrusion, or damage
  • Check module grounds for security and corrosion; measure resistance to chassis ground
  • Attempt to communicate with the TAC-B module using a scan tool

Signal parameters

  • Battery supply to module: ~12.0–14.5 V (key on/engine running as appropriate)
  • Ground continuity: near 0 ohms to chassis ground at module
  • CAN High (idle recessive): approx 2.5–3.5 V
  • CAN Low (idle recessive): approx 1.5–2.5 V
  • Dominant differential voltage (CANH - CANL) during frames: typically ~1.5–3.0 V
  • Bus termination resistance (power off): ~60 ohms (two 120 Ω resistors in parallel)

Diagnostic algorithm

  1. Confirm the code and note any accompanying U- or P-codes. Record freeze frame data.
  2. Verify battery voltage and charging system operation. Poor supply can cause network timeouts.
  3. Check fuses and relays that power the TAC-B module; replace if blown and retest.
  4. Visually inspect the TAC-B connector and wiring for damage, corrosion, or moisture. Repair as needed.
  5. Check module ground(s) for tightness and corrosion; clean and tighten ground connections.
  6. Use a scan tool to attempt communication with TAC-B. If no communication, try another known-good scan tool or known-good gateway/adapter if available.
  7. With ignition on, measure CANH and CANL at the TAC-B connector. Compare voltages to expected ranges and look for missing or noisy signals with an oscilloscope.
  8. With power off, measure resistance between CANH and CANL to confirm proper termination (~60 Ω).
  9. If wiring and bus signals are good but no module response, disconnect TAC-B and check for shorts to battery or ground on its pins.
  10. If wiring and network are good and the module does not respond, consider module repair or replacement. Follow manufacturer procedures for programming/reflashing after replacement.
  11. After repairs, clear codes and perform a road test to confirm the issue is resolved and the code does not return.

Likely causes

  • Faulty or loose module power/ground or blown fuse
  • Damaged CAN bus wiring or connector at TAC-B
  • Faulty throttle actuator control module
  • Network termination or grounding problem on CAN bus

Fault status

⚠️ Status
Lost communication with Throttle Actuator B Control Module on the vehicle network (no response to CAN messages).
🟡 Repair difficulty: Medium
⏱️ Diagnostic time: 1.0-3.0 hours

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