NHTSA ID Number: 10180232
Manufacturer Communication Number: S2008000132
TSB/Document Date: 2020-09-28
Summary
U11E9 Lost Communication With AGS (Active Grille Shutter), Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated
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Case Number: S2008000132
Release Date:
8/27/2020
Symptom/Vehicle Issue: U11E9 Lost Communication With AGS (Active Grille
Shutter), Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated
Discussion: Damaged and/or corroded harnesses/connectors are causing a loss of
communication with fully functioning AGS units.
Diagnosis: When the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is on and AGS DTC U11E9 –
Lost Communication with AGS is active or stored, do not automatically replace the
AGS.
1. Inspect the wiring near the 16-way XY101A Dash to Fascia Connector for nicks
and cuts. Also disconnect the connector and inspect for corrosion.
This document does not authorize warranty repairs. This communication documents a record of past experiences. STAR Online does
not provide any conclusions about what is wrong with the vehicle. Rather, it captures all previous cases known that appear to be
similar or related to the vehicle symptom / condition. You are the expert, and you are responsible for deciding on the appropriate
course of action.
Contact STAR Center, or your Technical Assistance Center Via TechCONNECT or eCONTACT ticket if no
solution is found
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16-Way XY101A Inline Connector Damage
2. Disconnect the AGS to fascia connectors and inspect for damage and corrosion.
Active Grill Shutter Connection Damage/Corrosion
This document does not authorize warranty repairs. This communication documents a record of past experiences. STAR Online does
not provide any conclusions about what is wrong with the vehicle. Rather, it captures all previous cases known that appear to be
similar or related to the vehicle symptom / condition. You are the expert, and you are responsible for deciding on the appropriate
course of action.
Contact STAR Center, or your Technical Assistance Center Via TechCONNECT or eCONTACT ticket if no
solution is found
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Repair:
1. If corrosion or damage is present at the XY101A connector. Use connector kit
68497543AA to repair the 16-way dash side connector and replace the fascia
side harness (a connector repair kit is not available).
2. If corrosion is present in the AGS connector, replace the AGS. Do not add
dielectric grease to the AGS/fascia connectors. If corrosion is present in the
fascia connector, repair it using connector kit 68396618AB or replace the
harness as necessary.
Verification: With scan tool, erase all DTCs. Check for the DTCs to return. If DTCs
return, follow the U11E9-Lost Communication with AGS Diagnostic Procedure in
Service Library.
This document does not authorize warranty repairs. This communication documents a record of past experiences. STAR Online does
not provide any conclusions about what is wrong with the vehicle. Rather, it captures all previous cases known that appear to be
similar or related to the vehicle symptom / condition. You are the expert, and you are responsible for deciding on the appropriate
course of action.
Contact STAR Center, or your Technical Assistance Center Via TechCONNECT or eCONTACT ticket if no
solution is found
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