U0148
Lost Communication with Seat Control Module B
1995-1999 BMW 318ti E36 1.9L I4
Low SeverityNetworkGeneric (SAE)
Description
Cannot communicate with the passenger seat control module.
Symptoms
- Passenger power seat inoperative
- Passenger seat memory not working
- Passenger seat heater not controlled
Common Causes
- Seat module failure
- Wiring issue under seat
- Power loss to module
- Fuse blown
Diagnostic Steps
- Check seat module fuse
- Test power and ground
- Inspect wiring
- Check connector under seat
Repair Notes
Check connector under passenger seat. Same diagnosis approach as driver seat module.
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
U0148 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code U0148 mean on a 1995-1999 BMW 318ti E36?
U0148 stands for "Lost Communication with Seat Control Module B". Cannot communicate with the passenger seat control module.
What are the symptoms of U0148 on a BMW 318ti E36?
Common symptoms of U0148 include: Passenger power seat inoperative, Passenger seat memory not working, Passenger seat heater not controlled.
What causes U0148 on a 1995-1999 BMW 318ti E36?
Common causes of U0148 include: Seat module failure, Wiring issue under seat, Power loss to module, Fuse blown.