U1096high severityNetwork
Module Internal Communication Error
on 2002 Acura CL 3.2L V6 · FWD
What this code means
A control module has detected an internal communication error between its processor and sub-components.
Symptoms
- Module reporting self-diagnostic fault
- Features managed by module degraded
- Warning light for affected system
- Module defaulting to safe mode
Common causes
- Module internal hardware failure
- Module processor overheating
- Module power supply internal fault
- Module memory corruption
- Environmental damage to module
Diagnostic steps
- Attempt module reset by disconnecting battery
- Update module software
- Check module operating temperature
- Inspect module for physical damage
- Replace module if error persists
Repair notes
Attempt software update first. If internal error persists after update, module replacement is needed.
Other Network codes on this vehicle
U0001
High Speed CAN Communication Bus
U0002
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
U0003
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
U0004
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
U0005
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
U0006
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
U0007
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
U0008
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
U0009
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Shorted Together
U0010
Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus