U0131
Lost Communication With Power Steering Control Module A
What it means
U0131 means Lost Communication With Power Steering Control Module A.
Where it lives
For U0131, start at the module the description names.
Check these first
- A wiring or connector fault between the PCM and Power Steering Control Module A
- A failed Power Steering Control Module A
- A PCM fault that drops the link
- A module that was installed wrong
- Outdated firmware in the module or PCM
What to do next
- Scan all modules for communication codes
- Inspect the harness and connector at Power Steering Control Module A
- Check the module power and ground feeds
- Update the firmware on the module and PCM if the bus and feeds test good
- Replace Power Steering Control Module A if the fault returns
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.