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2009 MAZDA TRIBUTE

2.5L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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U0166low severityNetwork

Lost Communication with Auxiliary HVAC Control Module

on 2009 Mazda Tribute 2.5L I4 · FWD

What this code means

Cannot communicate with auxiliary heater or auxiliary climate module.

Symptoms

  • Auxiliary heater not working
  • Pre-conditioning not available
  • Remote start climate control disabled

Common causes

  • Auxiliary HVAC module failure
  • CAN bus wiring
  • Module power loss
  • Fuse blown

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check auxiliary HVAC fuse
  2. Test power and ground
  3. Check CAN wiring
  4. Test auxiliary heater element

Repair notes

Check fuses for auxiliary climate system.

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