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DTC U0300-51: Internal Control Module Software Incompatibility Not Programmed [11/2023 - ]: Procedure
- CONFIRM MODEL
Result:
B
See step 5
Result:
A
See step 2
- CHECK FOR DTCs
- Check for DTCs of hybrid control system.
Powertrain > Hybrid Control > Trouble Codes
Result
Result Proceed to DTCs are not output A DTCs are output B
Result:
B
GO TO HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM. Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING [11/2023 - ]
Result:
A
See step 3
- Check for DTCs of hybrid control system.
- CHECK FOR DTCs (HEALTH CHECK)
- Check for DTCs.
- Turn the ignition switch off.
OK
DTCs indicating a vehicle information mismatch with that of the hybrid vehicle control ECU are not output by any ECU other than the forward recognition camera.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
REPLACE HYBRID VEHICLE CONTROL ECU. Refer to REMOVAL [11/2023 - ]
Result:
OK
See step 4
- READ VALUE USING GTS
- Read the Data List according to the display on the GTS.
Chassis > Front Recognition Camera > Data List
Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note HV Equipped Information Vehicle information (conventional/hybrid) stored in forward recognition camera Non-HV / HV Non-HV: Conventional vehicle
HV: Hybrid vehicle- Chassis > Front Recognition Camera > Data List
Tester Display HV Equipped Information HINT:
- If the vehicle information stored in the forward recognition camera is different from the actual vehicle specifications, the vehicle information stored in the forward recognition camera may be incorrect. Replace the forward recognition camera.
- If the vehicle information stored in the forward recognition camera matches the actual vehicle specifications, the installed hybrid vehicle control ECU is incompatible. Replace the hybrid vehicle control ECU.
Result
Result Proceed to Vehicle information stored in forward recognition camera and actual vehicle specifications do not match A Vehicle information stored in forward recognition camera and actual vehicle specifications match B
Result:
A
REPLACE FORWARD RECOGNITION CAMERA. Refer to REMOVAL [11/2023 - ]
Result:
B
REPLACE HYBRID VEHICLE CONTROL ECU. Refer to REMOVAL [11/2023 - ]
- Read the Data List according to the display on the GTS.
- CHECK FOR DTCs
- Check for DTCs of SFI system.
Powertrain > Engine > Trouble Codes
Result
Result Proceed to DTCs are not output A DTCs are output B
Result:
B
GO TO SFI SYSTEM. Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING [10/2022 - ]
Result:
A
See step 6
- Check for DTCs of SFI system.
- CHECK FOR DTCs (HEALTH CHECK)
- Check for DTCs.
- Turn the ignition switch off.
OK
DTCs indicating a vehicle information mismatch with that of the ECM are not output by any ECU other than the forward recognition camera.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
REPLACE ECM. Refer to REMOVAL [11/2023 - ]
Result:
OK
See step 7
- READ VALUE USING GTS
- Read the Data List according to the display on the GTS.
Chassis > Front Recognition Camera > Data List
Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note HV Equipped Information Vehicle information (conventional/hybrid) stored in forward recognition camera Non-HV / HV Non-HV: Conventional vehicle
HV: Hybrid vehicle- Chassis > Front Recognition Camera > Data List
Tester Display HV Equipped Information HINT:
- If the vehicle information stored in the forward recognition camera is different from the actual vehicle specifications, the vehicle information stored in the forward recognition camera may be incorrect. Replace the forward recognition camera.
- If the vehicle information stored in the forward recognition camera matches the actual vehicle specifications, the installed ECM is incompatible. Replace the ECM.
Result
Result Proceed to Vehicle information stored in forward recognition camera and actual vehicle specifications do not match A Vehicle information stored in forward recognition camera and actual vehicle specifications match B
Result:
A
REPLACE FORWARD RECOGNITION CAMERA. Refer to REMOVAL [11/2023 - ]
Result:
B
REPLACE ECM. Refer to REMOVAL [11/2023 - ]
- Read the Data List according to the display on the GTS.
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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.