B1159

Factory Manual References

Factory service manual diagnostic procedure for 2009 acura rdx

A L L Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC )

B1155




DTC Troubleshooting: B1155, B1156, B1157, B1159, B1160, B1188

DTC B1155: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (Headlight Switch Message)

DTC B1156: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (Wiper Switch Message)

DTC B1157: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (MICU Message)

DTC B1159: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (DOORSW Message)

DTC B1160: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (DRLOCKSW Message)

DTC B1188: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (RM Message)

NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A. Troubleshooting - B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A

1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.

2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), and then back to ON (II).

3. Wait for 6 seconds or more.

4. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Are DTCs B1155, B1156, B1157, B1159, B1160, and/or B1188 indicated?
YES - Go to step 5.

NO - Intermittent failure. The gauge control module is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections. If the connections are good, check the battery condition, Testing and Inspection and the charging system.


5. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Is DTC B1905 indicated at the same time?
YES - Faulty MICU; replace the under-dash fuse/relay box.

NO - Replace the gauge control module.


B1156




DTC Troubleshooting: B1155, B1156, B1157, B1159, B1160, B1188

DTC B1155: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (Headlight Switch Message)

DTC B1156: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (Wiper Switch Message)

DTC B1157: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (MICU Message)

DTC B1159: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (DOORSW Message)

DTC B1160: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (DRLOCKSW Message)

DTC B1188: Gauge Control Module Lost Communication with the MICU (RM Message)

NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A. Troubleshooting - B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A

1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.

2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), and then back to ON (II).

3. Wait for 6 seconds or more.

4. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Are DTCs B1155, B1156, B1157, B1159, B1160, and/or B1188 indicated?
YES - Go to step 5.

NO - Intermittent failure. The gauge control module is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections. If the connections are good, check the battery condition, Testing and Inspection and the charging system.


5. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Is DTC B1905 indicated at the same time?
YES - Faulty MICU; replace the under-dash fuse/relay box.

NO - Replace the gauge control module.


Supporting Diagrams & Locations

Reference material from the factory manual for this diagnostic procedure.

Diagram

A/C Leak Detection (B07-025)

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Connector End Views

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Air Conditioning

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Anti-Lock Brakes

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Anti-Theft

Diagram

Body Control Modules

Location

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ACURA

Location

AUDI

Fuse/Relay

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Fuse/Relay

AUDI

Fuse/Relay

BMW

Fuse/Relay

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