DTC U1223 Can-HS VDC No-Receive Data: Trouble Symptom

2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Trouble Symptom

ABS warning light and VDC warning light illuminate.

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

Step Check Yes No
1 CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION CIRCUIT.Β 
Check CAN communication circuit. Refer to BUS "A" (MAIN-CAN)Β .
Is CAN communication circuit faulty? Repair the faulty portion, following the diagnosis procedure. Go to step 2Β  .
2 CHECK DTC.Β 
  1. Start the engine.
  2. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read DTC of CAN system.
Is U1223 a current malfunction? Go to step 3Β  . It may be a temporary poor contact. Perform the clear memory.
3 CHECK DTC.Β 
Using the Subaru Select Monitor, read DTC of all the systems.
Is U0122 or P1718 detected? Replace the VDC CM. Refer to REMOVAL . Replace the body integrated unit. Refer to REMOVAL .
RENDER: 1.0x

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