OBD Guide

U018A

Lost Communication With Headlamp Leveling Control Module B

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Error message on the dashboard
  • Automatic headlight leveling does not work
  • Headlights may not be aimed correctly
  • Flashing or unstable headlights
  • Warning light on instrument panel

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the module power supply circuit
  • Damage to the wiring harness to the headlight adjustment module
  • Malfunction of headlight leveling module B
  • Connector problems or contact corrosion
  • Failures in the control unit software

How to Fix

  1. Check fuses associated with the headlight system
  2. Inspect the wiring harness and connectors of the adjustment module
  3. Check power and ground on the headlight adjustment module
  4. Scan the module for additional errors
  5. If necessary, replace headlight leveling module B

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