U0101high severityNetwork
Lost Communication with TCM
on 1997 Dodge Ram Van 5.2L V8 · RWD
What this code means
Cannot communicate with the Transmission Control Module.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Transmission in limp mode
- Harsh shifting or no shifting
- Trans warning light
Common causes
- TCM power/ground failure
- CAN bus wiring to TCM
- TCM failure
- Fuse blown
Diagnostic steps
- Check TCM fuses
- Test power and ground at TCM
- Check CAN bus wiring
- Try direct communication with TCM
Repair notes
Check fuses and power supply. Verify CAN bus.
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U0001
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U0002
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
U0003
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
U0004
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U0005
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U0006
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
U0007
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
U0008
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U0009
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U0010
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