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.
2012 Jeep Compass Latitude, 2.0 AFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Section 297 (Vehicle System Interface Module (VSIM) Module - Electrical Diagnostics)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Dodge Charger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Diagnostic Code Index
- DTC Troubleshooting
- P1462-Fuel Level Output Circuit Low
- P1463-Fuel Level Output Circuit High
- P1504-Vehicle Speed Output Circuit Low
- P1505-Vehicle Speed Output Circuit High
- P164A-Mil Output Circuit Low
- P164B-Mil Output Circuit High
- P170A-Park/Neutral Output Circuit Low
- P170B-Park/Neutral Output Circuit High
- P170C-Engine Rpm Output Circuit Low
- P170D-Engine Rpm Output Circuit High
- C1088-Brake Lamp Switch Output Circuit Low
- C1089-Brake Lamp Switch Output Circuit High
- B1693-Accessory Dimming Control Circuit Low
- B1694-Accessory Dimming Control Circuit High
- B17CF-Emergency Flashing Lamp Request 1 Circuit High
- B17D2-Emergency Flashing Lamp Request 2 Circuit High
- B17D4-Headlamp Status Output Circuit Low
- B17D5-Headlamp Status Output Circuit High
- B19B4-Driver Door Ajar Output Circuit Low
- B19B5-Driver Door Ajar Output Circuit High
- B1A5B-Panic Alarm Mute Request Circuit High
- B1A5D-Panic Alarm Activation Output Circuit Low
- B1A5E-Panic Alarm Activation Status Circuit High
- B1CC1-Deployment Notification Output Circuit Low
- B1CC2-Deployment Notification Output Circuit High
- B210D-Battery Voltage Low
- B210E-Battery Voltage High
- B237C-Data Communication Radio Input Circuit High
- B237F-Horn Mute Request Circuit High
- B2381-Driver Seat Belt Output Circuit Low
- B2382-Driver Seat Belt Output Circuit High
- B2384-Horn Switch Output Circuit Low
- B2385-Horn Switch Output Circuit High
- B2720-Frontal Impact Output Circuit Low
- B271F-Frontal Impact Output Circuit High
- U0140-Lost Communication With Body Control Module
- U0147-Lost Communication With Telematics Gateway
- U0155-Lost Communication With Cluster/CCN
- U0164-Lost Communication With HVAC Control Module
- U0199-Lost Communication With Driver Door Module
- U0200-Lost Communication With Passenger Door Module
- U0208-Lost Communication With Heated Seat Control Module
- U0209-Lost Communication With Memory Seat Control Module
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
