Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
DTC 41: Abnormal Signal Reception Error
- Inspect for an aftermarket electrical device(s) (such as an inverter, battery charger, etc.) interfering with the RF signal from the sensors when driving the vehicle.
- If DTC 32, 34, 36, or 38 is also set, troubleshoot those DTCs first.
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
- Make sure all four wheels are TPMS wheels with the mounted tire pressure sensors.
Are TPMS type wheels with tire pressure sensors mounted on the vehicle?
YES -Go to step 3.
NO -Install the TPMS wheel, and then memorize the pressure sensor ID with the HDS (see MEMORIZING THE TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR ID ).
- Memorize the tire pressure sensor ID with the HDS (see MEMORIZING THE TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR ID
).
Did each tire pressure sensor respond to the TPMS initializer tool?
YES -The system is OK at this time, clear the DTC with the HDS.
NO -Replace the TPMS control unit (see TPMS CONTROL UNIT REPLACEMENT ).
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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.