F 150 4WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2010)
INSTALL a new DSM. REFER to Driver Seat Module (DSM) See: Mirrors/Memory Positioning Systems/Memory Positioning Module/Service and
Repair. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.
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Pinpoint Test D: DTC U0140
Driver Seat Module (DSM)
Pinpoint Tests
Pinpoint Test D: DTC U0140
Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 14, Module Communications Network for schematic and connector information. See: Diagrams/Electrical
Diagrams/Diagrams By Number
Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 123, Memory Seats for schematic and connector information. See: Diagrams/Electrical Diagrams/Diagrams By Number
Normal Operation
The Driver Seat Module (DSM) and the Smart Junction Box (SJB) communicate using the Medium Speed Controller Area Network (MS-CAN).
Messages are exchanged between the modules on the MS-CAN for the purposes of determining what functions are being carried out.
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DTC U0140 (Lost Communication With Body Control Module (GEM)) - set by the DSM whenever it has lost communication to the SJB for 15
seconds or longer as long as the module voltage is between 10 and 15 volts.
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
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Module communication
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DSM
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SJB
PINPOINT TEST D: DTC U0140
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D1 VERIFY CUSTOMER CONCERN
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Ignition ON.
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Verify that there is an observable symptom present.
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Is an observable symptom present?
Yes
GO to D2.
No
The system is operating normally at this time. The DTC may have been set due to high network traffic or an intermittent fault condition.
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D2 CHECK THE COMMUNICATION NETWORK
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Ignition ON.
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Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Network Test .