DTC U0076-88: Control Module Communication Bus "D" Off Bus Off; DTC U0077-88: Control Module Communication Bus "E" Off Bus Off; DTC U0078-88: Control Module Communication Bus "F" Off Bus Off; DTC U0129-87: Lost Communication with Brake System Control Module "A" Missing Message; DTC U0155-87: Lost Communication with Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Control Module Missing Message; DTC U1170-87: Lost Communication with Brake System Control Module (ch2) Missing Message; DTC U1171-87: Lost Communication with Brake System Control Module (ch3) Missing Message [12/2024 - ]: Description

2025 Toyota 4Runner SR5, 4WDSECTION Description

The following DTCs are output when there is a communication malfunction between a sensor or ECU.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area DTC Output from Priority
U0076-88 Control Module Communication Bus "D" Off Bus Off Bus off condition continues for 1 second or more.*1 CAN communication system Trailer Brake Controller B
U0077-88 Control Module Communication Bus "E" Off Bus Off Bus off condition continues for 1 second or more.*2 CAN communication system Trailer Brake Controller B
U0078-88 Control Module Communication Bus "F" Off Bus Off Bus off condition continues for 1 second or more CAN communication system Trailer Brake Controller B
U0129-87 Lost Communication with Brake System Control Module "A" Missing Message
  • The trailer brake control ECU (brake control with bracket relay) is continuously unable to receive data from the skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) for 1 second or more.*1
  • The trailer brake control ECU (brake control with bracket relay) is continuously unable to receive data from the No. 2 skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) for 1 second or more.*2
  • CAN communication system
  • Trailer brake control ECU (brake control with bracket relay)
  • Skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly)*1
  • No. 2 Skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly)*2
Trailer Brake Controller B
U0155-87 Lost Communication with Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Control Module Missing Message With a vehicle speed of 6 km/h (4 mph), the system is continuously unable to receive data from the combination meter assembly for 5 seconds or more.
  • CAN communication system
  • Trailer brake control ECU (brake control with bracket relay)
  • Combination meter assembly
Trailer Brake Controller B
U1170-87 Lost Communication with Brake System Control Module (ch2) Missing Message The trailer brake control ECU (brake control with bracket relay) is continuously unable to receive data from the No. 2 skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) for 1 second or more.*2
  • CAN communication system
  • Trailer brake control ECU (brake control with bracket relay)
  • No. 2 Skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly)
Trailer Brake Controller B
U1171-87 Lost Communication with Brake System Control Module (ch3) Missing Message The trailer brake control ECU (brake control with bracket relay) is continuously unable to receive data from the skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) for 1 second or more.*1
  • CAN communication system
  • Trailer brake control ECU (brake control with bracket relay)
  • Skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly)
Trailer Brake Controller B

*1: for Gasoline Model

*2: except Gasoline Model

RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.