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U1922 — Control Module Received Invalid Network Data

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U1922

Generic U — Network/User

Control Module Received Invalid Network Data

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Causes

  • Intermittent or failed network wiring or connectors (corrosion, loose pins, damaged shielding).
  • Faulty node/module transmitting corrupted or out‑of‑range messages.
  • Bus physical layer faults (missing/incorrect termination resistors, short to battery/ground, high resistance ground).
  • Electrical noise or excessive bus load causing message corruption.
  • Software/calibration mismatch or firmware bug in one or more modules.
  • Aftermarket devices or accessories improperly tied into the network.

Symptoms

  • One or more systems behave erratically or become inoperative (dependent on which messages are invalid).
  • Illumination of warning lights (MIL, ABS, airbag, traction control, depending on affected modules).
  • Stored communication related diagnostic trouble codes (U‑codes) and possibly multiple related subcodes.
  • Intermittent or permanent loss of data from affected module(s) on a scan tool.
  • Features controlled over the network may be delayed, missing, or show incorrect values on cluster.

What to check

  • Connect a full-function scan tool and read all modules; note additional U‑codes and freeze frame data.
  • Check for recent software or module replacement history.
  • Visually inspect network wiring, connectors, and ground points for damage or corrosion.
  • Measure CAN/LIN bus voltages at a logical point with key ON: proper idle voltages ~2.5 V per line for CAN, differential ~0 V; check continuity to termination resistors (~60 ohm across CANH/CANL).
  • Use an oscilloscope or CAN bus analyzer to view waveform integrity, error frames, and message frequency.
  • Disconnect suspected aftermarket accessories or recently added modules.

Signal parameters

  • CANH voltage idle ≈ 2.5 V, CANL voltage idle ≈ 2.5 V, CAN differential idle ≈ 0 V.
  • Dominant state differential ≈ 2.0 V (CANH high, CANL low).
  • Bus termination resistance ≈ 60 ohms across CANH/CANL (two 120 ohm in parallel).
  • Message IDs (arbitration IDs) and expected message frequency for affected signals.
  • Data length (DLC) and expected payload format/checksum fields if used by the protocol.
  • Error frame count and bus error rate (observed via scope or analyzer).

Diagnostic algorithm

  1. Record failure conditions: note when the code set (driving, key ON, after start, temperature, etc.).
  2. Use a scan tool to read U1922 details, related codes, freeze frame, and live data from all network modules.
  3. If multiple U‑codes present, address persistent physical-layer faults first (shorts, opens, poor ground, terminations).
  4. Visually inspect connectors, pins and harnesses for damage/corrosion at gateway, modules, and junction points.
  5. Verify proper module power and ground voltages before testing network signals; repair any power/ground faults.
  6. Measure resistance between CANH and CANL with ignition off to verify termination (~60 ohm).
  7. With key ON, measure CANH and CANL DC voltages at multiple modules to check for correct idle levels (~2.5 V).
  8. Use an oscilloscope or CAN analyzer to capture bus traffic: look for malformed frames, excessive error frames, stuck dominant/recessive states, or a single node flooding the bus.
  9. If oscilloscope/trace indicates a noisy or corrupted signal, isolate sections of the bus by disconnecting modules (one at a time, per manufacturer guidance) to find the offending node.
  10. If a specific module is identified as transmitting invalid data, verify software/calibration (reflash or update per TSB), check module grounds/power, and replace module if it fails bench/vehicle tests.
  11. After repairs, clear codes and road test to confirm code does not return and that affected systems operate normally.
  12. If no physical fault found and messages still invalid, consult manufacturer network topology and known service bulletins; some conditions require manufacturer diagnostics or gateway updates.

Likely causes

  • Damaged connector/corroded pin on a module or gateway causing corrupted messages.
  • One module on the bus producing invalid frames due to internal fault or software issue.
  • Incorrect or missing bus termination or short on CAN high/low causing message distortion.
  • Recent software/calibration update left mismatched message formats between modules.

Fault status

⚠️ Status
Set when a control module receives network messages that fail integrity checks (malformed payload, invalid checksum/format, unexpected values or timing), or when the node detects repeated communication errors from another module.
🟡 Repair difficulty: Medium
⏱️ Diagnostic time: 1-4 hours
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