Code
U014E
Generic
U — Network/User
Lost Communication With Multi-axis Acceleration Sensor Module B
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Causes
- Faulty or unplugged Multi-axis Acceleration Sensor Module B
- Power supply or ground fault to the sensor module (blown fuse, open circuit, poor ground)
- Damaged, shorted or disconnected wiring or connectors between the module and vehicle network
- CAN/LIN network fault (open/shorted/low speed bus failure, missing termination)
- Another module on the network is isolating/bus-off and preventing communication
- Software/version mismatch or corrupted module firmware
Symptoms
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) or dedicated ABS/ESC warning lamps illuminated
- Stability control/traction control reduced or disabled
- Event data or IMU data not visible on a scan tool / diagnostic tool
- Related systems (airbag, advanced driver assistance) may show faults or be limited
- Intermittent or persistent loss of system functions that depend on vehicle acceleration data
What to check
- Read all network modules with a capable scan tool; note additional U-codes or 'bus off' statuses
- Check battery voltage and inspect charging system; ensure stable supply (9–16 V) to modules
- Verify fuses and fusible links related to the sensor and associated control modules
- Visually inspect the sensor connector and wiring harness for damage, corrosion, or moisture
- Backprobe power and ground pins at the sensor connector while key ON to confirm supply and ground
- Check CAN bus voltages at the sensor connector (CAN H / CAN L) with ignition ON
Signal parameters
- Module supply voltage: nominal battery voltage with key ON (approx. 9–16 V) — verify within range
- Ground reference:
- CAN bus idle voltage: approx. 2.5 V on CAN H and CAN L when recessive
- CAN bus dominant state: CAN H ~3.5 V, CAN L ~1.5 V when active (values vary by manufacturer)
- Termination resistance (measured across CAN H and CAN L): approx. 60 ohms total (two 120Ω terminators in parallel)
- Expected network message rate: module should respond to health/ID messages; absence = communication loss
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a quality scan tool and confirm U014E and any related codes; record freeze frame and events.
- Check for other U-codes or bus-off faults that indicate a wider network failure. If multiple modules lost, focus on common bus wiring or power source.
- Visually inspect harness, connectors and module for damage, water ingress or corrosion. Repair any obvious issues.
- With ignition ON (engine off), backprobe module power and ground pins; confirm correct supply voltage and a good chassis ground.
- Measure CAN H and CAN L voltages at the module connector and compare to expected idle and dominant levels. If voltages abnormal, isolate wiring to locate short/open.
- Check termination resistance across CAN H/L at two points on the bus to verify proper termination (~60 Ω).
- If network voltages and wiring check good, clear codes and attempt to re-identify the module with the scan tool. Attempt to command or request data from the module.
- If intermittent, perform wiggle tests and road-test while monitoring live data/messages to reproduce loss of communication.
- If all wiring, power/ground and bus integrity are confirmed and the module does not respond, verify software/calibration level and perform reflash/update if available before replacing the module.
- If replacement is required, follow manufacturer procedures for module coding/initialization and recheck the network for faults after installation.
Likely causes
- Bad connector, pin corrosion or physical damage at the sensor harness
- Module lost power or ground (blown fuse, open circuit on supply or ground)
- CAN bus wiring fault (short to battery/ground, open circuit, or missing termination)
- Failed sensor module
- Network interference or another module in bus-off state
Fault status
Status
Lost Communication With Multi-axis Acceleration Sensor Module B — module not responding on vehicle communication bus (timeout/no response).
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.5-3.0 hours
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