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.
Signal Specification (2010-2012)
Connector A
All the values given below are between the relevant terminal stated in column 1 and terminal #A2 (ground) unless otherwise stated in parenthesis after the table entry.
It is important to connect the breakout box and check ground terminals before reading off.
| U= | DC voltage in volts (V) | UAC = | AC voltage in volts (V) |
| Ubat = | battery voltage | F = | frequency in Hertz (Hz) |
| Ulow = | voltage approximately 0 V | % duty = | duty cycle (pulse ratio) in percent (%) |
| t = | time in milliseconds (ms) |
| Terminal in the breakout box | Control module terminal | Signal type | Ignition on | Miscellaneous |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | #1 | Reserve | - | |
| #2 | #2 | Ground | Ulow | |
| #3 | #3 | Control module communication cable CAN_L | During communication the voltage is 1.5-2.5 V | |
| #4 | #4 | Control module communication cable CAN_H | During communication the voltage is 2.0-3.5 V | |
| #5 | #5 | Reserve | - | |
| #6 | #6 | Communication cable LIN | During communication the voltage is 0 V - Ubat | |
| #7 | #7 | Communication cable LIN central electronic module (CEM) | During communication the voltage is 0 V - Ubat | |
| #8 | #8 | Power supply | U bat | 15i-feed from ignition switch. |
| #9 | #9 | Reserve | - | |
| #10 | #10 | Horn | Ulow | Short circuit to ground when activated. |
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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.