Code
U0158
Generic
U — Network/User
Lost Communication With Head Up Display
AI status
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Causes
- Faulty HUD module
- Open or shorted CAN bus wiring (CAN High / CAN Low) to or from the HUD
- Poor power or ground at the HUD (blown fuse, bad connector, corrosion)
- Failed network termination or incorrect bus termination
- Intermittent connector or wiring damage (broken strand, corrosion)
- Module not configured/programmed correctly after replacement or software fault
Symptoms
- No HUD projection or blank screen
- HUD intermittent operation or flicker
- Instrument cluster or message center displays communication warning
- Related systems that use HUD data may show degraded behavior
- DTC U0158 stored, possible multiple network U-codes
What to check
- Read all stored DTCs and freeze frame data with a capable scan tool; note other U-codes
- Check battery voltage (key on) and charging system status
- Inspect HUD power and ground fuses and fusible links
- Visually inspect HUD connector and wiring for corrosion, damage, or looseness
- Use scan tool to verify whether the HUD module appears on the vehicle network/node list
- Measure CAN bus voltages (CANH/CANL) at the HUD connector with key ON
Signal parameters
- CAN bus idle (recessive): CANH ≈ 2.5 V, CANL ≈ 2.5 V (common-mode)
- CAN bus dominant: CANH ≈ 3.5 V, CANL ≈ 1.5 V (differential ≈ 2.0 V)
- Typical DC supply to HUD (key ON): approx. vehicle battery voltage ≈ 12–14.5 V
- Module ground continuity: low resistance to chassis, typically
- Termination resistance between CANH and CANL with network connected: ≈ 60 Ω (two 120 Ω resistors in parallel)
- Network data rate: vehicle- and module-specific (commonly 500 kb/s or 250 kb/s); check OEM spec
Diagnostic algorithm
- Record all DTCs and freeze frame data. Note other U-codes or module absence.
- Verify battery voltage and charging system. Low battery can prevent module wakeup.
- Inspect HUD power, ground, and related fuses. Repair any power/ground faults before communication testing.
- With ignition ON, check for HUD presence using a scan tool node list or module query. If the HUD does not appear, proceed to wiring checks.
- Visually inspect HUD connectors and harness routing; repair any damage or corrosion.
- Measure CANH and CANL voltages at the HUD connector with key ON and engine OFF. Compare to expected idle voltages.
- Measure resistance across CANH and CANL (approx. 60 Ω). If open or high, locate open or missing termination.
- Check for shorts to battery or ground on each CAN wire (isolate harness sections if necessary).
- Wiggle test wiring and connector while monitoring bus traffic; use oscilloscope to look for noise, missing recessive/dominant transitions, or errant voltages.
- If wiring and termination are good, attempt software wake/reflash or reinitialize module per OEM procedure. If replacement is required, program/configure the new HUD module as specified.
- After repairs, clear codes and road/test to confirm communication is restored and DTC does not return.
Likely causes
- Corroded/loose HUD power or ground connector
- Open or high-resistance CAN High or CAN Low between HUD and network
- Blown HUD-related fuse or fusible link
- Failed HUD internal electronics
- Missing or incorrect termination (failed resistor, harness cut)
- Intermittent wiring fault at harness routing points (doors, dash)
Fault status
Status
Lost Communication With Head Up Display — no responses or messages received from HUD on vehicle network.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 0.5-3.0 hours
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