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2020 TESLA MODEL 3

Performance Dual Motor AWDAWDAUTOMATICev
20 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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U0214low severityNetwork

Lost Communication with Remote Start Module

on 2020 Tesla Model 3 Performance Dual Motor AWD · AWD

What this code means

Cannot communicate with the remote start control module.

Symptoms

  • Remote start not functioning
  • Remote start LED not indicating
  • Engine does not crank from remote
  • Remote start warning message

Common causes

  • Remote start module failure
  • CAN bus wiring
  • Module power loss
  • Fuse blown
  • Hood switch open
  • Security system conflict

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check remote start module fuse
  2. Test power and ground
  3. Check CAN wiring
  4. Verify hood switch closed
  5. Check for security system DTCs
  6. Test remote start trigger signal

Repair notes

Check fuses and hood switch (must show closed for remote start). Verify no security DTCs present.

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