U0404
Invalid Data Received from Gear Shift Module
1992-1996 BMW 318is E36 1.8L I4 🇦🇺
Moderate SeverityNetwork
Description
The data received from the gear shift position module is invalid or not within expected range.
Symptoms
- Incorrect gear display
- Shifter position not recognized
- Transmission defaulting to safe mode
- Cannot select some gears
Common Causes
- Gear shift sensor fault
- Wiring issue to shift module
- Shift module calibration lost
- CAN bus noise
Diagnostic Steps
- Check gear shift module for codes
- Test shift position sensor outputs
- Check CAN bus wiring to shift module
- Recalibrate shift module
- Inspect shift mechanism
Repair Notes
Recalibrate or replace gear shift module. Check wiring to shifter assembly.
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
U0404 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code U0404 mean on a 1992-1996 BMW 318is E36?
U0404 stands for "Invalid Data Received from Gear Shift Module". The data received from the gear shift position module is invalid or not within expected range.
What are the symptoms of U0404 on a BMW 318is E36?
Common symptoms of U0404 include: Incorrect gear display, Shifter position not recognized, Transmission defaulting to safe mode, Cannot select some gears.
What causes U0404 on a 1992-1996 BMW 318is E36?
Common causes of U0404 include: Gear shift sensor fault, Wiring issue to shift module, Shift module calibration lost, CAN bus noise.