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2012 CHEVROLET EXPRESS

4.3L V6 VortecRWDAUTOMATICgas
6 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor506Torque4947Fluid7DTC952Battery1Maintenance0Recalls6
U0101high severityNetwork

Lost Communication with TCM

on 2012 Chevrolet Express 4.3L V6 Vortec · RWD

What this code means

Cannot communicate with the Transmission Control Module.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Transmission in limp mode
  • Harsh shifting or no shifting
  • Trans warning light

Common causes

  • TCM power/ground failure
  • CAN bus wiring to TCM
  • TCM failure
  • Fuse blown

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check TCM fuses
  2. Test power and ground at TCM
  3. Check CAN bus wiring
  4. Try direct communication with TCM

Repair notes

Check fuses and power supply. Verify CAN bus.

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