U0230Lost Communication With Rear Gate Module
- Generic OBD-II code · Network
- How the car detects it
- U0230 means the rear gate module, which runs a powered liftgate or tailgate with its drive, latch, cinch motor and pinch detection, has dropped off the bus. Toyota bulletin T-SB-0038-15 (Highlander and Highlander HV 2008-2013) names U0230 together with B2222 when the power back door reverses at the end of its travel or clunks at the striker, and gives a hinge and hatch inspection and repair. GM PI PIT5422 (Equinox, Terrain 2010-2015) blames moisture and corroded terminals in connector X901, high on the liftgate, for U0230 and other low speed LAN codes. A Chrysler STAR case (S1908000143) found it as Power Liftgate Module code beside chafed wiring at the right B-pillar. Saab lists the slot as Liftgate Control Module. Power operation of the gate fails; no MIL.
- What you may notice
- Power liftgate does not open or close electrically
- Gate reverses or stops during power closing
- Several lost communication codes stored at once
- Likely causes
- LikelyWater or corrosion in the harness connector at the liftgate
- PossibleWires broken in the flexing harness between body and gate
- PossibleBus wiring chafed along the body (seat or pillar area)
- RareRear gate module faulty
- Repair
- Medium · Often possible to do yourself.Typical cost: €40 – €800
- Related codes
Explanation from obdex (CC0), exactly as the app shows it. Guidance only; confirm with a workshop.