U0414high severityNetwork
Invalid Data Received From Four Wheel Drive Control Module
on 2021 Ford F-150 3.5L V6 EcoBoost · 4WD
What this code means
The network is receiving corrupted data from the four wheel drive control module. This can cause loss of AWD/4WD functionality.
Symptoms
- 4WD/AWD warning light
- Loss of four wheel drive
- Reduced traction
Common causes
- Faulty four wheel drive control module
- Bus wiring or connector fault
- Corroded or loose connectors
- Software or programming error
Diagnostic steps
- Scan all modules for codes
- Check power and ground to 4WD module
- Inspect data bus wiring and connectors
- Review 4WD module live data with scan tool
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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