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U0243

Lost Communication with Trailer Hitch Module

1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer 1.8L I4 🇦🇺

Low SeverityNetwork

Description

Cannot communicate with the integrated trailer hitch control module.

Symptoms

  • Trailer lights not working
  • Trailer brake output disabled
  • Tow/haul mode limited
  • Trailer sway control disabled

Common Causes

  • Hitch module failure
  • CAN bus wiring
  • Module power loss
  • Fuse blown
  • Trailer connector corrosion

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Check hitch module fuse
  2. Test power and ground
  3. Check CAN wiring
  4. Inspect trailer connector
  5. Test trailer light outputs

Repair Notes

Check fuses and trailer connector. Corrosion at trailer plug is the most common cause.

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Common Questions

What does code U0243 mean on a 1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer?

U0243 stands for "Lost Communication with Trailer Hitch Module". Cannot communicate with the integrated trailer hitch control module.

What are the symptoms of U0243 on a Volkswagen Pointer?

Common symptoms of U0243 include: Trailer lights not working, Trailer brake output disabled, Tow/haul mode limited, Trailer sway control disabled.

What causes U0243 on a 1998-2008 Volkswagen Pointer?

Common causes of U0243 include: Hitch module failure, CAN bus wiring, Module power loss, Fuse blown, Trailer connector corrosion.

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