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U0140

Lost Communication with Body Control Module

Medium — fix within daysDrive with caution

Severity: Fix within days. Drive with caution and watch for new symptoms.

What U0140 means

Another module cannot talk to the body control module, which runs lights, locks, windows, and other body functions.

Common causes

How to fix it

Check fuses and wiring first, then have a shop trace the network fault.

Can I drive with U0140?

Lights, locks, or windows may act up. Drivable with care, but get it checked.

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Questions, answered

Is it safe to drive with code U0140?

You can drive short distances carefully; watch for worsening symptoms. Lights, locks, or windows may act up. Drivable with care, but get it checked.

What causes code U0140?

The most common causes are: Damaged data wiring; Blown fuse; Failing body control module; Corroded connector. A scan tool and a visual check of the parts above is where a technician starts.

How do I fix code U0140?

Check fuses and wiring first, then have a shop trace the network fault.

Not repair advice. This page gives general information about code U0140 only. Cars differ by make, model and year — confirm the fault with a scan tool and have the repair done by a qualified technician.

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