U1117
Fault: no communication with the intelligent hydraulic unit ECU: No signal
Causes
- Blown fuse or loss of power to the IHU ECU
- Poor or missing ground at the IHU
- Open, shorted or corroded CAN bus wiring or connectors (CAN High / CAN Low)
- Damaged/loose connector at the IHU or intermediate junctions
- Faulty termination resistor (open or wrong resistance)
- Internal failure of the IHU ECU or software/firmware fault
Symptoms
- Brake/ABS/ESP/suspension warning lamp(s) on instrument cluster
- Loss of hydraulic functions (pump/integrated valves not operating)
- Reduced vehicle stability control or braking assistance, possible limp mode
- No communication with IHU when using diagnostic tool (scan tool times out)
- Intermittent or complete failure of associated systems (ABS, active suspension)
What to check
- Read all U and B codes and freeze frame data with a capable scan tool
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU via diagnostic tool (confirm no response)
- Check battery voltage with ignition on and during cranking (
- Inspect fuses and relays supplying the IHU (replace if blown)
- Visually inspect IHU connectors and wiring for corrosion, damage, water ingress, pin push-out
- Measure IHU power pin (12V with ignition/run) and ground continuity
Signal parameters
- CAN_H idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- CAN_L idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- Dominant CAN differential ≈ 2 V during traffic (CAN_H ~3.5 V, CAN_L ~1.5 V)
- Termination resistance across CAN_H to CAN_L ≈ 58–62 Ω (two 120 Ω in parallel)
- IHU supply voltage ≈ battery voltage with ignition/run (~12–14 V)
- Ground resistance to chassis < 0.2 Ω
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a full-function diagnostic scanner. Record U1117 and any related codes; note freeze frame and occurrence conditions.
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU. Confirm no response from the module while other modules respond.
- Check vehicle battery voltage and health; charge or replace if below spec. Re-test communication.
- Inspect fuses/relays for the hydraulic unit circuit; replace any blown fuses and retest.
- Visually inspect IHU connector boots for moisture or corrosion; disconnect and inspect pins for damage or corrosion.
- Verify power and ground at the IHU connector: measure for battery voltage on supply pin with ignition on and measure ground continuity to chassis.
- With connector connected, measure CAN_H and CAN_L voltages at the IHU pins. Compare to signal_params. If voltages abnormal, trace wiring for short/open.
- Check CAN termination resistance (engine off). If open or out of range, locate/repair termination resistors or damaged wires.
- Probe CAN bus with oscilloscope or CAN sniffer to check for valid traffic and to see whether the IHU ever transmits. Look for bus errors or collisions.
- If wiring, power and ground are good and bus traffic is present but IHU does not respond, consider ECU internal fault. Check for available software updates or reflash procedures before replacement.
- After repairs or module replacement, clear codes, perform relearn or coding if required, and road test to confirm fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Power/ground supply problem at the IHU (fuse, connector, wiring)
- CAN bus wiring fault near the IHU (open, short to power/ground, or high resistance)
- Corroded or poorly seated connector at the IHU
- Failed IHU ECU (after verifying wiring and power)
- Missing termination or multiple termination faults on CAN
Fault status
Similar codes
U1117
Fault: no communication with the intelligent hydraulic unit ECU: No signal
Causes
- Blown fuse or loss of power to the IHU ECU
- Poor or missing ground at the IHU
- Open, shorted or corroded CAN bus wiring or connectors (CAN High / CAN Low)
- Damaged/loose connector at the IHU or intermediate junctions
- Faulty termination resistor (open or wrong resistance)
- Internal failure of the IHU ECU or software/firmware fault
Symptoms
- Brake/ABS/ESP/suspension warning lamp(s) on instrument cluster
- Loss of hydraulic functions (pump/integrated valves not operating)
- Reduced vehicle stability control or braking assistance, possible limp mode
- No communication with IHU when using diagnostic tool (scan tool times out)
- Intermittent or complete failure of associated systems (ABS, active suspension)
What to check
- Read all U and B codes and freeze frame data with a capable scan tool
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU via diagnostic tool (confirm no response)
- Check battery voltage with ignition on and during cranking (
- Inspect fuses and relays supplying the IHU (replace if blown)
- Visually inspect IHU connectors and wiring for corrosion, damage, water ingress, pin push-out
- Measure IHU power pin (12V with ignition/run) and ground continuity
Signal parameters
- CAN_H idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- CAN_L idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- Dominant CAN differential ≈ 2 V during traffic (CAN_H ~3.5 V, CAN_L ~1.5 V)
- Termination resistance across CAN_H to CAN_L ≈ 58–62 Ω (two 120 Ω in parallel)
- IHU supply voltage ≈ battery voltage with ignition/run (~12–14 V)
- Ground resistance to chassis < 0.2 Ω
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a full-function diagnostic scanner. Record U1117 and any related codes; note freeze frame and occurrence conditions.
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU. Confirm no response from the module while other modules respond.
- Check vehicle battery voltage and health; charge or replace if below spec. Re-test communication.
- Inspect fuses/relays for the hydraulic unit circuit; replace any blown fuses and retest.
- Visually inspect IHU connector boots for moisture or corrosion; disconnect and inspect pins for damage or corrosion.
- Verify power and ground at the IHU connector: measure for battery voltage on supply pin with ignition on and measure ground continuity to chassis.
- With connector connected, measure CAN_H and CAN_L voltages at the IHU pins. Compare to signal_params. If voltages abnormal, trace wiring for short/open.
- Check CAN termination resistance (engine off). If open or out of range, locate/repair termination resistors or damaged wires.
- Probe CAN bus with oscilloscope or CAN sniffer to check for valid traffic and to see whether the IHU ever transmits. Look for bus errors or collisions.
- If wiring, power and ground are good and bus traffic is present but IHU does not respond, consider ECU internal fault. Check for available software updates or reflash procedures before replacement.
- After repairs or module replacement, clear codes, perform relearn or coding if required, and road test to confirm fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Power/ground supply problem at the IHU (fuse, connector, wiring)
- CAN bus wiring fault near the IHU (open, short to power/ground, or high resistance)
- Corroded or poorly seated connector at the IHU
- Failed IHU ECU (after verifying wiring and power)
- Missing termination or multiple termination faults on CAN
Fault status
Similar codes
U1117
High Speed CAN2 Communication (EMS-DCT)
Causes
- Blown fuse or loss of power to the IHU ECU
- Poor or missing ground at the IHU
- Open, shorted or corroded CAN bus wiring or connectors (CAN High / CAN Low)
- Damaged/loose connector at the IHU or intermediate junctions
- Faulty termination resistor (open or wrong resistance)
- Internal failure of the IHU ECU or software/firmware fault
Symptoms
- Brake/ABS/ESP/suspension warning lamp(s) on instrument cluster
- Loss of hydraulic functions (pump/integrated valves not operating)
- Reduced vehicle stability control or braking assistance, possible limp mode
- No communication with IHU when using diagnostic tool (scan tool times out)
- Intermittent or complete failure of associated systems (ABS, active suspension)
What to check
- Read all U and B codes and freeze frame data with a capable scan tool
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU via diagnostic tool (confirm no response)
- Check battery voltage with ignition on and during cranking (
- Inspect fuses and relays supplying the IHU (replace if blown)
- Visually inspect IHU connectors and wiring for corrosion, damage, water ingress, pin push-out
- Measure IHU power pin (12V with ignition/run) and ground continuity
Signal parameters
- CAN_H idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- CAN_L idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- Dominant CAN differential ≈ 2 V during traffic (CAN_H ~3.5 V, CAN_L ~1.5 V)
- Termination resistance across CAN_H to CAN_L ≈ 58–62 Ω (two 120 Ω in parallel)
- IHU supply voltage ≈ battery voltage with ignition/run (~12–14 V)
- Ground resistance to chassis < 0.2 Ω
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a full-function diagnostic scanner. Record U1117 and any related codes; note freeze frame and occurrence conditions.
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU. Confirm no response from the module while other modules respond.
- Check vehicle battery voltage and health; charge or replace if below spec. Re-test communication.
- Inspect fuses/relays for the hydraulic unit circuit; replace any blown fuses and retest.
- Visually inspect IHU connector boots for moisture or corrosion; disconnect and inspect pins for damage or corrosion.
- Verify power and ground at the IHU connector: measure for battery voltage on supply pin with ignition on and measure ground continuity to chassis.
- With connector connected, measure CAN_H and CAN_L voltages at the IHU pins. Compare to signal_params. If voltages abnormal, trace wiring for short/open.
- Check CAN termination resistance (engine off). If open or out of range, locate/repair termination resistors or damaged wires.
- Probe CAN bus with oscilloscope or CAN sniffer to check for valid traffic and to see whether the IHU ever transmits. Look for bus errors or collisions.
- If wiring, power and ground are good and bus traffic is present but IHU does not respond, consider ECU internal fault. Check for available software updates or reflash procedures before replacement.
- After repairs or module replacement, clear codes, perform relearn or coding if required, and road test to confirm fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Power/ground supply problem at the IHU (fuse, connector, wiring)
- CAN bus wiring fault near the IHU (open, short to power/ground, or high resistance)
- Corroded or poorly seated connector at the IHU
- Failed IHU ECU (after verifying wiring and power)
- Missing termination or multiple termination faults on CAN
Fault status
Similar codes
U1117
IMMOB.CAN timeout/Not equipped
Causes
- Blown fuse or loss of power to the IHU ECU
- Poor or missing ground at the IHU
- Open, shorted or corroded CAN bus wiring or connectors (CAN High / CAN Low)
- Damaged/loose connector at the IHU or intermediate junctions
- Faulty termination resistor (open or wrong resistance)
- Internal failure of the IHU ECU or software/firmware fault
Symptoms
- Brake/ABS/ESP/suspension warning lamp(s) on instrument cluster
- Loss of hydraulic functions (pump/integrated valves not operating)
- Reduced vehicle stability control or braking assistance, possible limp mode
- No communication with IHU when using diagnostic tool (scan tool times out)
- Intermittent or complete failure of associated systems (ABS, active suspension)
What to check
- Read all U and B codes and freeze frame data with a capable scan tool
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU via diagnostic tool (confirm no response)
- Check battery voltage with ignition on and during cranking (
- Inspect fuses and relays supplying the IHU (replace if blown)
- Visually inspect IHU connectors and wiring for corrosion, damage, water ingress, pin push-out
- Measure IHU power pin (12V with ignition/run) and ground continuity
Signal parameters
- CAN_H idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- CAN_L idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- Dominant CAN differential ≈ 2 V during traffic (CAN_H ~3.5 V, CAN_L ~1.5 V)
- Termination resistance across CAN_H to CAN_L ≈ 58–62 Ω (two 120 Ω in parallel)
- IHU supply voltage ≈ battery voltage with ignition/run (~12–14 V)
- Ground resistance to chassis < 0.2 Ω
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a full-function diagnostic scanner. Record U1117 and any related codes; note freeze frame and occurrence conditions.
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU. Confirm no response from the module while other modules respond.
- Check vehicle battery voltage and health; charge or replace if below spec. Re-test communication.
- Inspect fuses/relays for the hydraulic unit circuit; replace any blown fuses and retest.
- Visually inspect IHU connector boots for moisture or corrosion; disconnect and inspect pins for damage or corrosion.
- Verify power and ground at the IHU connector: measure for battery voltage on supply pin with ignition on and measure ground continuity to chassis.
- With connector connected, measure CAN_H and CAN_L voltages at the IHU pins. Compare to signal_params. If voltages abnormal, trace wiring for short/open.
- Check CAN termination resistance (engine off). If open or out of range, locate/repair termination resistors or damaged wires.
- Probe CAN bus with oscilloscope or CAN sniffer to check for valid traffic and to see whether the IHU ever transmits. Look for bus errors or collisions.
- If wiring, power and ground are good and bus traffic is present but IHU does not respond, consider ECU internal fault. Check for available software updates or reflash procedures before replacement.
- After repairs or module replacement, clear codes, perform relearn or coding if required, and road test to confirm fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Power/ground supply problem at the IHU (fuse, connector, wiring)
- CAN bus wiring fault near the IHU (open, short to power/ground, or high resistance)
- Corroded or poorly seated connector at the IHU
- Failed IHU ECU (after verifying wiring and power)
- Missing termination or multiple termination faults on CAN
Fault status
Similar codes
U1117
SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Electrical Energy Management
Causes
- Blown fuse or loss of power to the IHU ECU
- Poor or missing ground at the IHU
- Open, shorted or corroded CAN bus wiring or connectors (CAN High / CAN Low)
- Damaged/loose connector at the IHU or intermediate junctions
- Faulty termination resistor (open or wrong resistance)
- Internal failure of the IHU ECU or software/firmware fault
Symptoms
- Brake/ABS/ESP/suspension warning lamp(s) on instrument cluster
- Loss of hydraulic functions (pump/integrated valves not operating)
- Reduced vehicle stability control or braking assistance, possible limp mode
- No communication with IHU when using diagnostic tool (scan tool times out)
- Intermittent or complete failure of associated systems (ABS, active suspension)
What to check
- Read all U and B codes and freeze frame data with a capable scan tool
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU via diagnostic tool (confirm no response)
- Check battery voltage with ignition on and during cranking (
- Inspect fuses and relays supplying the IHU (replace if blown)
- Visually inspect IHU connectors and wiring for corrosion, damage, water ingress, pin push-out
- Measure IHU power pin (12V with ignition/run) and ground continuity
Signal parameters
- CAN_H idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- CAN_L idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- Dominant CAN differential ≈ 2 V during traffic (CAN_H ~3.5 V, CAN_L ~1.5 V)
- Termination resistance across CAN_H to CAN_L ≈ 58–62 Ω (two 120 Ω in parallel)
- IHU supply voltage ≈ battery voltage with ignition/run (~12–14 V)
- Ground resistance to chassis < 0.2 Ω
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a full-function diagnostic scanner. Record U1117 and any related codes; note freeze frame and occurrence conditions.
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU. Confirm no response from the module while other modules respond.
- Check vehicle battery voltage and health; charge or replace if below spec. Re-test communication.
- Inspect fuses/relays for the hydraulic unit circuit; replace any blown fuses and retest.
- Visually inspect IHU connector boots for moisture or corrosion; disconnect and inspect pins for damage or corrosion.
- Verify power and ground at the IHU connector: measure for battery voltage on supply pin with ignition on and measure ground continuity to chassis.
- With connector connected, measure CAN_H and CAN_L voltages at the IHU pins. Compare to signal_params. If voltages abnormal, trace wiring for short/open.
- Check CAN termination resistance (engine off). If open or out of range, locate/repair termination resistors or damaged wires.
- Probe CAN bus with oscilloscope or CAN sniffer to check for valid traffic and to see whether the IHU ever transmits. Look for bus errors or collisions.
- If wiring, power and ground are good and bus traffic is present but IHU does not respond, consider ECU internal fault. Check for available software updates or reflash procedures before replacement.
- After repairs or module replacement, clear codes, perform relearn or coding if required, and road test to confirm fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Power/ground supply problem at the IHU (fuse, connector, wiring)
- CAN bus wiring fault near the IHU (open, short to power/ground, or high resistance)
- Corroded or poorly seated connector at the IHU
- Failed IHU ECU (after verifying wiring and power)
- Missing termination or multiple termination faults on CAN
Fault status
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Fault: no communication with the intelligent hydraulic unit ECU: No signal
Causes
- Blown fuse or loss of power to the IHU ECU
- Poor or missing ground at the IHU
- Open, shorted or corroded CAN bus wiring or connectors (CAN High / CAN Low)
- Damaged/loose connector at the IHU or intermediate junctions
- Faulty termination resistor (open or wrong resistance)
- Internal failure of the IHU ECU or software/firmware fault
Symptoms
- Brake/ABS/ESP/suspension warning lamp(s) on instrument cluster
- Loss of hydraulic functions (pump/integrated valves not operating)
- Reduced vehicle stability control or braking assistance, possible limp mode
- No communication with IHU when using diagnostic tool (scan tool times out)
- Intermittent or complete failure of associated systems (ABS, active suspension)
What to check
- Read all U and B codes and freeze frame data with a capable scan tool
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU via diagnostic tool (confirm no response)
- Check battery voltage with ignition on and during cranking (
- Inspect fuses and relays supplying the IHU (replace if blown)
- Visually inspect IHU connectors and wiring for corrosion, damage, water ingress, pin push-out
- Measure IHU power pin (12V with ignition/run) and ground continuity
Signal parameters
- CAN_H idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- CAN_L idle voltage ≈ 2.5 V (key on)
- Dominant CAN differential ≈ 2 V during traffic (CAN_H ~3.5 V, CAN_L ~1.5 V)
- Termination resistance across CAN_H to CAN_L ≈ 58–62 Ω (two 120 Ω in parallel)
- IHU supply voltage ≈ battery voltage with ignition/run (~12–14 V)
- Ground resistance to chassis < 0.2 Ω
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a full-function diagnostic scanner. Record U1117 and any related codes; note freeze frame and occurrence conditions.
- Attempt to communicate with the IHU ECU. Confirm no response from the module while other modules respond.
- Check vehicle battery voltage and health; charge or replace if below spec. Re-test communication.
- Inspect fuses/relays for the hydraulic unit circuit; replace any blown fuses and retest.
- Visually inspect IHU connector boots for moisture or corrosion; disconnect and inspect pins for damage or corrosion.
- Verify power and ground at the IHU connector: measure for battery voltage on supply pin with ignition on and measure ground continuity to chassis.
- With connector connected, measure CAN_H and CAN_L voltages at the IHU pins. Compare to signal_params. If voltages abnormal, trace wiring for short/open.
- Check CAN termination resistance (engine off). If open or out of range, locate/repair termination resistors or damaged wires.
- Probe CAN bus with oscilloscope or CAN sniffer to check for valid traffic and to see whether the IHU ever transmits. Look for bus errors or collisions.
- If wiring, power and ground are good and bus traffic is present but IHU does not respond, consider ECU internal fault. Check for available software updates or reflash procedures before replacement.
- After repairs or module replacement, clear codes, perform relearn or coding if required, and road test to confirm fault does not return.
Likely causes
- Power/ground supply problem at the IHU (fuse, connector, wiring)
- CAN bus wiring fault near the IHU (open, short to power/ground, or high resistance)
- Corroded or poorly seated connector at the IHU
- Failed IHU ECU (after verifying wiring and power)
- Missing termination or multiple termination faults on CAN
