Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM)

2016 Lincoln MKZ Base, 2.0L Eng VIN 9, AWDSECTION Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM)
DTC INDEX

DTC Description Action
B108E:01 Display: General Electrical Failure GO to Pinpoint Test AG
B116A:01 Handset Microphone: General Electrical Failure GO to Pinpoint Test W
B1215:00 External Memory Card: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AH
B1252:11 USB Port: Circuit Short To Ground For an inoperative USB port, GO to Pinpoint Test Y
For an inoperative SD card slot, GO to Pinpoint Test Z
B1252:13 USB Port: Circuit Open For an inoperative USB port, GO to Pinpoint Test Y
For an inoperative SD card slot, GO to Pinpoint Test Z
B12B8:11 USB Port #2: Circuit Short To Ground
NOTE: This DTC refers to USB port #2 on the APIM itself, which is not used.
INSPECT the APIM USB port #2 for damage and REMOVE any debris.CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).WAIT at least 10 seconds.REPEAT the self-test.If DTC B12B8:11 is retrieved again, PERFORM the APIM Hardware Test. Refer to .
C1001:01 Vision System Camera: General Electrical Failure REFER to: Parking Aid . See The Rear Video Is Inoperative.
U0140:00 Lost Communication With Body Control Module: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AP
U0151:00 Lost Communication With Restraints Control Module: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AQ
U0155:00 Lost Communication With Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Control Module: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AR
U0159:00 Lost Communication With Parking Assist Control Module "A": No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AS
U0162:00 Lost Communication With Navigation Display Module: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AG
U016A:00 Lost Communication With Global Positioning System Module: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AT
U0184:00 Lost Communication With Radio: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AU
U0198:00 Lost Communication With Telematic Control Module: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AV
U0238:00 Lost Communication With Digital Audio Control Module "D": No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AX
U024B:00 Lost Communication with Seat Control Module "G": No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AY
U024C:00 Lost Communication with Seat Control Module "H": No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test AZ
U0256:00 Lost Communication With Front Controls Interface Module "A": No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test BB
U0293:00 Lost Communication With Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test BD
U0423:00 Invalid Data Received From Instrument Panel Cluster Control Module: No Sub Type Information RETRIEVE and FOLLOW Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present in the IPC. Refer to: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes .
U0452:00 Invalid Data Received From Restraints Control Module: No Sub Type Information RETRIEVE and FOLLOW Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present in the RCM. Refer to: Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) . * If no Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present in the RCM, DIAGNOSE the observable symptom.
U1018:00 Lost Communication With Generic Function Module: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test BE
U1A00:87 Private Communication Network: Missing Message GO to Pinpoint Test C
U2017:45 Control Module Software #2: Program Memory Failure CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
WAIT at least 10 seconds.
REPEAT the self-test.
If DTC U2017:45 is retrieved again, PERFORM the APIM Hardware Test. Refer to .
U2017:51 Control Module Software #2: Not Programmed This DTC sets due to incomplete or incorrect APIM programming/provisioning. CHECK the vehicle service history for recent service actions related to the APIM.
If there have been recent service actions with the APIM, REPEAT/PERFORM the APIM programming as directed by the diagnostic scan tool. Refer to: Information and Entertainment System - System Operation and Component Description . See APIM Programming.
If there have been no recent service actions, the APIM has failed to retain configuration data. PERFORM the APIM Hardware Test. Refer to .
U2017:52 Control Module Software #2: Not Activated This DTC sets due to incomplete or incorrect APIM programming/provisioning. CHECK the vehicle service history for recent service actions related to the APIM.
If there have been recent service actions with the APIM, REPEAT/PERFORM the APIM programming as directed by the diagnostic scan tool. Refer to: Information and Entertainment System - System Operation and Component Description . See APIM Programming.
If there have been no recent service actions, the APIM has failed to retain configuration data. PERFORM the APIM Hardware Test. Refer to .
U2017:54 Control Module Software #2: Missing Calibration This DTC sets due to incomplete or incorrect APIM programming/provisioning. CHECK the vehicle service history for recent service actions related to the APIM.
If there have been recent service actions with the APIM, REPEAT/PERFORM the APIM programming as directed by the diagnostic scan tool. Refer to: Information and Entertainment System - System Operation and Component Description . See APIM Programming.
If there have been no recent service actions, the APIM has failed to retain configuration data. PERFORM the APIM Hardware Test. Refer to .
U2100:00 Initial Configuration Not Complete: No Sub Type Information This DTC sets due to incomplete or incorrect APIM programming/provisioning. CHECK the vehicle service history for recent service actions related to the APIM.
If there have been recent service actions with the APIM, REPEAT/PERFORM the APIM programming as directed by the diagnostic scan tool. Refer to: Information and Entertainment System - System Operation and Component Description . See APIM Programming.
If there have been no recent service actions, the APIM has failed to retain configuration data. PERFORM the APIM Hardware Test. Refer to .
U2101:00 Control Module Configuration Incompatible: No Sub Type Information This DTC sets due to incomplete or incorrect APIM programming/provisioning. CHECK the vehicle service history for recent service actions related to the APIM.
If there have been recent service actions with the APIM, REPEAT/PERFORM the APIM programming as directed by the diagnostic scan tool. Refer to: Information and Entertainment System - System Operation and Component Description . See APIM Programming.
If there have been no recent service actions, the APIM has failed to retain configuration data. PERFORM the APIM Hardware Test. Refer to .
U3000:04 Control Module: System Internal Failure CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
WAIT at least 10 seconds.
REPEAT the self-test.
If DTC U3000:04 is retrieved again, PERFORM the APIM Hardware Test. Refer to .
U3000:41 Control Module: General Checksum Failure CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
WAIT at least 10 seconds.
REPEAT the self-test.
If DTC U3000:41 is retrieved again, PERFORM the APIM Hardware Test. Refer to .
U3000:42 Control Module: General Memory Failure CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
WAIT at least 10 seconds.
REPEAT the self-test.
If DTC U3000:42 is retrieved again, PERFORM the APIM Hardware Test. Refer to .
U3000:88 Control Module: Bus Off
NOTE: The module was unable to communicate on the network at a point in time. The fault is not currently present since the module had to communicate with the diagnostic scan tool to report this DTC.
To avoid repeat network concerns:Β INSPECT for damaged or corroded wiring at the APIM. Refer to Module Communications Network for schematic and connector information.CLEAR the DTC.WAIT at least 10 seconds.REPEAT the network test with the diagnostic scan tool.
U3003:16 Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Below Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test BF
U3003:17 Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Above Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test BG
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