DTC U0151-87: Lost Communication with Restraints Control Module Missing Message [12/2024 - ]: Description

2025 Toyota 4Runner SR5, 4WDSECTION Description

If there is a communication error between the engine stop and start ECU and airbag system, the engine stop and start ECU stores DTCs.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area MIL Warning Indicate DTC Output from Priority Note
U0151-87 Lost Communication with Restraints Control Module Missing Message No communication between the engine stop and start ECU and airbag ECU assembly for 10.6 seconds.
  • Wire harness or connector
  • Engine stop and start ECU
  • Airbag ECU assembly
Does not come on Does not come on Stop and Start B SAE Code: U0151
RENDER: 1.0x

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