Code No.P1901: CAN signal time-out (Engine-ECU)




caution
  • If diagnosis code P1901 is set in the A/T-ECU, always diagnose the CAN main bus line. If there is any fault in the CAN bus lines, an incorrect diagnosis code may be set.
  • Whenever the ECU is replaced, ensure that the communication circuit is normal.

DIAGNOSIS CODE SET CONDITIONS


Current trouble
Past trouble

PROBABLE CAUSES




DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE


STEP 1. M.U.T.-III CAN bus diagnostics


Using M.U.T.-III, perform CAN busline diagnosis.

Q. Is the check result normal?

Go to Step 2.
Repair the CAN busline (Refer to GROUP54C, Diagnosis - Can Bus Diagnostic Chart ), and then go to Step 4.

STEP 2. M.U.T.-III other system diagnosis codes


Check whether the diesel fuel system diagnosis codes are set or not.

Q. Is the diagnosis code output?

YES : Diagnose the diesel fuel system (Refer to GROUP 13A, Troubleshooting ).
Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. M.U.T.-III diagnosis code


Reconfirm whether the diagnosis codes are output from A/T-ECU.
(1)Erase the diagnosis code.
(2)Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
(3)Check if the diagnosis code is set.

Q. Is the diagnosis code output?

Go to Step 4.
Intermittent malfunction in CAN busline between engine-ECU and A/T-ECU (Refer to GROUP 00 - How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points - How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunction ).

STEP 4. Replace the engine-ECU


After replacing the engine-ECU, re-check the A/T diagnosis code output.

Q. Is the diagnosis code output?

Replace the A/T-ECU.
The check is end.