Code
U028A
Generic
U — Network/User
Lost Communication With Transmission Fluid Pump Module B
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Causes
- Transmission Fluid Pump Module B (TFP-B) powered off or failed
- Open, shorted, or intermittent wiring/circuit between module and CAN bus
- Poor or corroded connector pins or grounding at the module
- CAN bus wiring fault (short to battery/ground, high resistance)
- Failed CAN transceiver in module or another bus device
- Missing/incorrect module programming or software fault
Symptoms
- Transmission warning light or MIL illuminated
- Transmission may default to a limp/limited mode or fail to shift correctly
- No status messages from Transmission Fluid Pump Module B on a scan tool
- Intermittent or constant communication-related fault codes
- Possible abnormal transmission pressure or shift feel if pump is unresponsive
What to check
- Use a capable scan tool to verify U028A and any related U-codes; note freeze frame and time stamps
- Check module presence: confirm Transmission Fluid Pump Module B appears in module list and whether it responds to requests
- Inspect fuses and power/ground circuits for the pump module
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring for damage, corrosion, or loose pins at the module and splice points
- Backprobe module connector and measure CAN H and CAN L voltages with key on, engine off
- Check CAN bus termination resistance (approx. 60 ohms across CAN H-L for two 120 ohm terminators in parallel)
Signal parameters
- CAN bus idle voltages: CAN_H and CAN_L common-mode ~2.5 V each; dominant state differential typically ~2 V
- Expected presence of module-specific messages (manufacturer-defined IDs) at a steady periodic rate — check with manufacturer data or scan tool
- Message content examples: pump status, pump speed/command, requested pressure, module diagnostic status (periodic bytes)
- Monitor error counters and bus-off counters reported by gateways/ECUs
- Check supply voltage to module (nominal battery voltage with key on) and ground resistance
Diagnostic algorithm
- Verify code: connect scan tool, confirm U028A and note any additional communication codes. Clear codes and see if U028A returns.
- Confirm module visibility: attempt to communicate with Transmission Fluid Pump Module B. If no response, note whether any other modules on the same CAN bus are missing.
- Inspect power/ground: with connector disconnected, check for proper battery voltage at the module power terminal(s) and a good ground reference.
- Inspect connectors/wiring: open and examine the module connector and nearby splices for corrosion, bent pins, or water intrusion; repair as needed.
- Check CAN physical layer: measure CAN_H and CAN_L at the module and at a known-good point on the bus. Verify recessive/dominant voltages and termination resistance (~60 Ω across H-L).
- Isolate fault: if CAN voltages are incorrect at the module but correct at a junction, trace and repair wiring between points. If the entire bus shows issues, inspect termination and other modules for faults.
- Test for bus-off: check for a device driving the bus into bus-off. Disconnect suspected modules one at a time while monitoring the bus until normal communication returns.
- Software/firmware: if wiring and power/ground are good and the module does not respond, check for available module software updates or known technical service bulletins before replacement.
- Replace module only after verifying wiring, power/ground, and network integrity. After replacement, reprogram/configure the module per manufacturer procedures and verify communications.
- Final verification: road test and monitor scan tool for restoration of normal messages and ensure U028A does not return.
Likely causes
- Corroded or loose connector at Transmission Fluid Pump Module B
- Failed module CAN transceiver or internal module failure
- Open/shorted CAN H or CAN L wires near the transmission harness
- Loss of module battery power or ground (fuse, splice, cluster)
- Other module on same bus is pulling network into bus-off state
Fault status
Status
Lost Communication With Transmission Fluid Pump Module B — The vehicle network is not receiving expected messages from the Transmission Fluid Pump Module B. Inspect module power/ground, connectors, CAN bus wiring/termination and module presence before replacing hardware.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1-3 hours
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