Lost Communication with Body Control Module C
2011-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 2.0L I4
The 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a 2.0L inline-4 engine. Below you'll find detailed u0143 diagnostic code information including labor time estimates, cost ranges, and technician notes specific to this engine configuration.
Description
Cannot communicate with the tertiary body control module found on some full-size vehicles.
Symptoms
- Specific body electronic features inoperative
- Liftgate not working
- Power running boards disabled
- Specific zone lighting off
Common Causes
- BCM C failure
- CAN bus wiring
- Module power loss
- Fuse blown
Diagnostic Steps
- Check BCM C fuse
- Test power and ground
- Check CAN wiring
- Test affected features directly
Repair Notes
Check fuses and wiring. Only found on vehicles with three or more body control modules.
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
U0143 on Other Vehicles
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1999-1999 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo
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Mitsubishi Colt JP
2002-2002 1.5L I4 4A91
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Common Questions
What does code U0143 mean on a 2011-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer?
U0143 stands for "Lost Communication with Body Control Module C". Cannot communicate with the tertiary body control module found on some full-size vehicles.
What are the symptoms of U0143 on a Mitsubishi Lancer?
Common symptoms of U0143 include: Specific body electronic features inoperative, Liftgate not working, Power running boards disabled, Specific zone lighting off.
What causes U0143 on a 2011-2011 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Common causes of U0143 include: BCM C failure, CAN bus wiring, Module power loss, Fuse blown.
Last updated: March 2026