U0209low severityNetwork
Lost Communication With Seat Control Module C
on 2000 BMW X5 4.4i E53 4.4L V8 M62 · AWD
What this code means
The main network has lost communication with the third seat control module. Power seat and memory functions for that seat may stop working.
Symptoms
- Power seat not responding
- Seat memory features inoperative
- Warning message on dash
Common causes
- Faulty seat control module C
- Wiring or connector damage under seat
- Blown fuse to module
- Corroded ground connection
Diagnostic steps
- Scan all modules for U-codes
- Check power and ground at module C
- Inspect harness under seat for damage
- Test CAN bus voltage at module
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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