U0142
Lost Communication with Body Control Module B
2000-2004 Porsche Boxster 2.7L H6
Moderate SeverityNetworkGeneric (SAE)
Description
Cannot communicate with the secondary body control module.
Symptoms
- Partial body electronics failure
- Some lights not working
- Partial lock/unlock failure
- Specific body features down
Common Causes
- BCM B failure
- CAN bus wiring issue
- Module power loss
- Fuse blown
- Water damage
Diagnostic Steps
- Check BCM B fuse
- Test power and ground
- Check CAN wiring
- Inspect for water damage
- Check BCM B connector
Repair Notes
Check fuses and look for water intrusion. Secondary BCMs are common on larger vehicles.
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
U0142 on Other Vehicles
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2017-2024 2.0L Turbo H4
Porsche 718 Boxster GTS
2020-2024 4.0L H6
Porsche 718 Boxster S
2017-2024 2.5L Turbo H4
Porsche 718 Cayman
2017-2024 2.0L H4 Turbo
Porsche 718 Cayman
2017-2024 2.0L Turbo H4
Porsche 718 Cayman GT4
2019-2024 4.0L H6
Porsche 718 Cayman GTS
2020-2024 4.0L H6
Common Questions
What does code U0142 mean on a 2000-2004 Porsche Boxster?
U0142 stands for "Lost Communication with Body Control Module B". Cannot communicate with the secondary body control module.
What are the symptoms of U0142 on a Porsche Boxster?
Common symptoms of U0142 include: Partial body electronics failure, Some lights not working, Partial lock/unlock failure, Specific body features down.
What causes U0142 on a 2000-2004 Porsche Boxster?
Common causes of U0142 include: BCM B failure, CAN bus wiring issue, Module power loss, Fuse blown, Water damage.