OBD Guide

U0290

Lost Communication with Active Aerodynamic Feature Control Module D

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Active aerodynamics elements do not work
  • Error message on the dashboard
  • Aerodynamic elements are fixed in one position
  • Reduced efficiency at high speeds

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the communication circuit
  • Aerodynamics control module malfunction
  • Problems with the CAN bus
  • Poor contact in connectors
  • Software error in the ECU

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring to the aerodynamics module
  2. Diagnose the state of the CAN bus
  3. Check module connectors and contacts
  4. Scan the module for errors
  5. If necessary, replace the control module

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