OBD Guide

U0182

Lost Communication With Lighting Control Module - Front

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Headlights don't work
  • Side lights do not turn on
  • Flashing or unstable headlights
  • Error message on the dashboard
  • Automatic lighting does not function

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the module power supply circuit
  • Damage to the wiring harness to the lighting module
  • Malfunction of the lighting control module itself
  • Problems with the CAN bus
  • Corrosion of contacts or connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check fuses associated with the lighting system
  2. Inspect the wiring harness and module connectors for damage.
  3. Check the power and ground of the lighting control module
  4. Scan the CAN bus for errors
  5. If necessary, replace the lighting control module

Related codes

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