Lexus RX (RX 350L, RX450h) 2016-2026 Repair Manual: Communication Error from ECM to VSC Invalid Serial Data Received (P163181)
DESCRIPTION
The skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) sends signals such as brake request signals to the ECM. When the ECM detects logic error signals sent from the skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) for a certain period of time, DTC P163181 is stored.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | MIL | DTC Output from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P163181 | Communication Error from ECM to VSC Invalid Serial Data Received | When the engine switch is on (IG) and the dynamic radar cruise control system is operating, the ECM detects logic error signals sent from the skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) for approximately 1 second or more. |
| Does not come on | Cruise Control |
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
Before replacing the ECM, refer to Registration.
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PROCEDURE
| 1. | CHECK FOR DTCs |
(a) Check for vehicle stability control system DTCs.
Chassis > Brake/EPB > Trouble Codes| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Vehicle stability control system DTCs are not output | A |
| Vehicle stability control system DTCs are output | B |
| B | .gif) | GO TO VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM |
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| 2. | CHECK FOR DTCs |
(a) Clear the DTCs.
Powertrain > Cruise Control > Clear DTCs(b) Make sure that the DTC detection conditions are met.
HINT:
If the detection conditions are not met, the system cannot detect the malfunction.
(c) Check for DTCs.
Powertrain > Cruise Control > Trouble Codes| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| DTC P163181 is not output | A |
| DTC P163181 is output | B |
| A | | USE SIMULATION METHOD TO CHECK |
| B | | REPLACE ECM |
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