U0142
Lost Communication with Body Control Module B
1992-1996 BMW 318is E36 1.8L I4 🇦🇺
Moderate SeverityNetwork
Description
Cannot communicate with the secondary body control module.
Symptoms
- Partial body electronics failure
- Some lights not working
- Partial lock/unlock failure
- Specific body features down
Common Causes
- BCM B failure
- CAN bus wiring issue
- Module power loss
- Fuse blown
- Water damage
Diagnostic Steps
- Check BCM B fuse
- Test power and ground
- Check CAN wiring
- Inspect for water damage
- Check BCM B connector
Repair Notes
Check fuses and look for water intrusion. Secondary BCMs are common on larger vehicles.
Related Codes
Other Network Codes
- U0001High Speed CAN Communication Bus
- U0002High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
- U0003High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
- U0004High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
- U0005High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
- U0006High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
- U0007High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
- U0008High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
- U0009High Speed CAN Communication Bus Shorted Together
- U0010Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus
U0142 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code U0142 mean on a 1992-1996 BMW 318is E36?
U0142 stands for "Lost Communication with Body Control Module B". Cannot communicate with the secondary body control module.
What are the symptoms of U0142 on a BMW 318is E36?
Common symptoms of U0142 include: Partial body electronics failure, Some lights not working, Partial lock/unlock failure, Specific body features down.
What causes U0142 on a 1992-1996 BMW 318is E36?
Common causes of U0142 include: BCM B failure, CAN bus wiring issue, Module power loss, Fuse blown, Water damage.