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2005 ACURA TSX

2.4L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
4 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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U0201moderate severityNetwork

Lost Communication with Headlamp Control Module

on 2005 Acura TSX 2.4L I4 · FWD

What this code means

Cannot communicate with the headlamp control or adaptive headlamp module.

Symptoms

  • Headlights not activating
  • Auto headlights disabled
  • Adaptive headlights not swiveling
  • DRL malfunction

Common causes

  • Headlamp module failure
  • CAN bus wiring
  • Module power loss
  • Fuse blown
  • Headlamp assembly failure

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check headlamp module fuse
  2. Test power and ground
  3. Check CAN wiring
  4. Test headlamp assembly
  5. Inspect wiring at headlamp connector

Repair notes

Check fuses and headlamp connector. Adaptive headlamp motors inside lamp assembly can fail.

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