OBD Guide

U01B6

Lost Communication With Fuel Heater Control Module

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Problems starting the engine in cold weather
  • Reduced engine performance
  • Unstable engine operation in the cold
  • Possible errors in related systems

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the communication circuit
  • Malfunction of the fuel heating module
  • Module power problems
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • ECU malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring harness to the module
  2. Check the power supply and ground of the module
  3. Inspect connectors for corrosion
  4. Test the fuel heating module
  5. Replace the module if necessary

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