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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009FUSION SEL, 3.0 1, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROLS - POWERTRAIN DTC CHARTS & DESCRIPTIONS (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID)DTC DIAGNOSISDTC U0101: - LOST COMMUNICATION WITH TRANSAXLE CONTROL MODULE (TCM)
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWD
DTC U0101: - Lost Communication With Transaxle Control Module (TCM)
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWDSECTION DTC U0101: - Lost Communication With Transaxle Control Module (TCM)
DTC U0101: - LOST COMMUNICATION WITH TRANSAXLE CONTROL MODULE (TCM)
| Description: | The powertrain control module (PCM) continuously monitors the controller area network (CAN) for messages from the TCM. This DTC sets when the PCM does not receive the TCM message within the defined amount of time. | ||
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| Diagnostic Aids: | Network DTC concerns occur during module-to-module communication. Refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK service information to diagnose the transmission control module (TCM) does not respond to the scan tool symptom. | ||
| Application | Key On Engine Off | Key On Engine Running | Continuous Memory |
| All | Refer to the Description, Possible Causes and Diagnostic Aids for the DTC. | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.