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Informace

Lexus

Lexus P0159

See the basic definition of a diagnostic error. This will help you to clarify the main causes of the fault code. You will understand the program of the control unit
Basic DTC analysis according to OBD2 protocol standard.

OBD2 or On-Board Diagnostics displays messages for basic group styles. More comprehensible code composition has been standard since 2000. The DTC code consists of five characters and its composition will be shown in this video

Insight into programming

The basic unit for the operation of any computer is the bit. Logic 0 and 1 are expressed by a single bit. Diagnostics The error code is composed of 16 bits. The first two bits define one of the four basic circuits. The video will show you a comprehensive overview of the composition of the error report

A diagnostically understandable description of the Diagnostic Trouble Code

Lexus P0159

Basic error definition

CAN Communication Line (Includes Hybrid models)

Cause of DTC

HYBRID CAUTION: Hybrid systems use very high-voltage battery systems. Before starting any service work involving the battery system, turn the ignition switch OFF and then remove the service plug from pocket in the trunk. After removing the service plug, wait 10 minutes before touching any of the high-voltage connectors and terminals. When ECM is not transmitting or receiving CAN communication signal other than OBD (emission related diagnosis) for 2 seconds or more.