Code
U0570
Generic
U — Network/User
Invalid Data Received From Image Processing Sensor K
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Faulty or wet/damaged camera module (lens, sensor, internal electronics)
- Intermittent or damaged wiring/connectors between camera and vehicle network
- Noise, interference, or faults on the data bus (CAN/FlexRay/Ethernet)
- Power supply or ground problem at the camera (voltage out of range)
- Software/firmware mismatch, corrupted calibration, or module memory fault
- Contaminated, obstructed, or misaligned camera lens or housing
Symptoms
- Warning message or DTC indicator related to camera/vision system
- Camera view unavailable or black/frozen image on infotainment/driver display
- Driver assist features relying on camera disabled or limited (e.g., ADAS, lane assist, AEB)
- Intermittent or permanent loss of specific camera-based functions
- Stored communication or checksum errors in module event logs
What to check
- Scan tool: read freeze frame, event records, and any related camera/ADAS codes
- Verify live image feed from the camera using factory scan tool or diagnostic display
- Inspect camera lens and housing for contamination, damage, or misalignment
- Visually inspect connectors and wiring for corrosion, bent pins, chafing, and water entry
- Measure camera supply voltage and ground with ignition on and while fault occurs
- Check data-bus quality: error counters, frame rates, CRC or checksum errors
Signal parameters
- Camera frame rate (fps) and timestamp continuity
- Image packet payload size and expected message IDs
- Packet CRC/checksum validity and error counts
- Data-bus error counters (CAN error passive/active, bus-off counts)
- Camera supply voltage (nominal operating voltage) and ground resistance
- Link latency and dropped-frame counts
Diagnostic algorithm
- Use a compatible scan tool to confirm U0570 and record related codes, freeze frame, and time stamps.
- Verify whether the camera image is available on the diagnostic display. Note symptoms: black image, distorted image, or intermittent loss.
- Inspect the camera housing, lens, and mounting for contamination, physical damage, or misalignment; clean lens if contaminated and recheck.
- Visually inspect and if necessary disconnect/reconnect the camera connector; check pins for corrosion, bent pins, or moisture.
- With connector connected, back-probe camera power and ground; verify proper voltage and stable ground with ignition on and during operation.
- Check the data-bus (CAN, Ethernet, etc.) for the camera: confirm presence of expected message IDs, monitor error counters, and look for CRC/checksum failures or dropped frames.
- Perform a wiggle test of the harness and connector while monitoring live data to reveal intermittent wiring faults.
- If bus messages are corrupted but wiring/power are good, try swapping the camera with a known-good unit (if available) or substitute the receiving module to isolate source of invalid data.
- Confirm software/firmware levels and apply any recommended updates or reprogramming; perform required camera/module calibration after replacement or reflash.
- After repairs, clear codes and perform a road test or operational test to verify the fault does not return and camera-based features function normally.
Likely causes
- Loose, corroded, or damaged camera connector or harness
- Camera module internal failure or water ingress
- Bus communication errors (missing frames, CRC errors) between camera and ECU
- Incorrect module software or missing calibration after replacement
- Low or intermittent camera supply voltage or poor ground
Fault status
Status
U0570 - Invalid Data Received From Image Processing Sensor K
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0 - 3.0 hours
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