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DTC B0163, B0183, or B1405 > < DTC B0173, B0178, B0509, B0514 or B3933

DTC P1540

Diagnostic Instructions

•  Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
•  Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
•  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC P1540 00: Invalid Data Received From HVAC Control Module

Circuit/System Description

The engine control module (ECM) receives controller area network (CAN) serial data messages from the HVAC control module. Both control modules must be configured with the same A/C compressor type.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

•  The ECM is configured with the wrong A/C compressor type.
•  The HVAC control module is configured with the wrong A/C compressor type.
•  The DTC B0193 or B393B is present.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The A/C compressor is disabled.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

The condition for setting the DTC is no longer present.

Diagnostic Aids

The ECM and the HVAC control module must be configured with the same A/C compressor type. If not the correct A/C compressor type is programmed the DTC P1540 will be set.

Reference Information


Schematic Reference

HVAC Schematics


Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views


Description and Operation

Automatic HVAC Description and Operation


Electrical Information Reference


Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification


Note: 
The conditions shown in Diagnostic Aids must be met.

1. Ignition ON, verify that DTC B0193 is not set.
    ⇒  If DTC B0193 is set

Refer to DTC B0193 .     ⇓  If DTC B0193 is not set

2. Verify that DTC B393B is not set.
    ⇒  If DTC B393B is set

Refer to DTC B393B .     ⇓  If DTC B393B is not set

3. Replace the K33 HVAC Control Module and verify the DTC does not reset.
    ⇒  If DTC resets

Replace the K20 Engine Control Module.     ⇓  If DTC does not reset

4. All OK.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for engine control module or HVAC control module replacement, programming and setup

DTC B0163, B0183, or B1405 > < DTC B0173, B0178, B0509, B0514 or B3933