OBD Guide

U0306

Software Incompatibility With Fuel Injector Control Module

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

Symptoms

  • Unstable engine operation
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Loss of engine power
  • The engine may not start

Causes

  • Incorrect ECU software update
  • Using inappropriate software
  • Memory damage to the injector control module
  • Problems with communication between modules
  • Mechanical damage to the control module

How to Fix

  1. Check the software version in the ECU and injector control module
  2. Reflash the injector control module
  3. Update ECU software to the latest version
  4. Check the integrity of wiring and connectors
  5. If necessary, replace the injector control module

Related codes

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