DTC U0159: Lost Communication With Parking Assist Control Module A: Description

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The PSCM monitors the HS-CAN messages when the ignition has been on for more than 5 seconds, the voltage to the PSCM is greater than 10 volts and there are no DTCs present inhibiting PSCM operation.

  • DTC U0159:00 (Lost Communication With Parking Assist Control Module A: No Sub Type Information) - This DTC sets if communication between the PSCM and the PAM fails. If the steering angle request message from the PAM is missing for more than the allotted amount of time, this DTC sets.
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