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Circuit Description

The class 2 serial data line communicates information between the modules. Each module connected to the serial data line is assigned a recognition code, or address. This code is used in order to identify which modules are communicating. Modules communicate with each other by periodically sending state of health (SOH) messages. When the ignition switch is in RUN, each module that is communicating on the serial data line sends an SOH message every 2 seconds. This ensures that the system is operating properly. The module also monitors the serial data line for short to ground. If the module detects a short to ground for more than 3 seconds, the module stores the class 2 serial data circuit shorted to ground DTC U1300.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The following diagnostic trouble codes do not have a current status:
       - B1327
       - B1328
       - B1982
       - B1983
    • The vehicle power mode requires serial data communication to occur.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • No valid messages are detected on the class 2 serial data circuit.
    • The voltage level detected on the class 2 serial data circuit is low.
    • The above conditions are met for approximately 3 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • DTC U1300 is stored in the module memory.
    • The module inhibits the setting of all other class 2 DTCs.
    • The module uses the default values for any information needed from the other modules on the class 2 serial data line.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • A current DTC will clear when a valid class 2 message is detected on the class 2 serial data circuit or at the end of the current ignition cycle.
    • A history DTC clears after 50 consecutive ignition cycles without a repeat of the malfunction.

Diagnostic Aids

    • This DTC cannot be retrieved with a current status. The diagnosis of U1300 is accomplished via the symptom, Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with a Class 2 Device. Refer to Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with Class 2 Device .
    • An intermittent condition is likely to be caused by a short to ground on the class 2 serial data circuit. Use Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems in order to isolate an intermittent condition.