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U0237 Lost Communication with Sunroof Assembly Control Module

The body bus has lost the sunroof assembly module. Pinch protection and tilt/slide functions cannot be commanded.

Is it safe to drive with U0237?

Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.

Common causes

  • Most likelyWater ingress
  • Less likelyGateway module routing CAN messages incorrectly
  • Less likelyCAN terminating resistor (120 Ω) drifted out of spec

Symptoms

  • Multiple warning lights may illuminate
  • Affected modules may go into limp mode or shut down
  • Specific functions inoperative depending on module
  • Diagnostic tools may show communication faults

Repair at a glance

Difficulty
Medium
DIY friendly
Best left to a mechanic
Typical labour
0.5–3 h
Emissions test
Usually unaffected
Parts involved
Sunroof Module, Lin Wiring

Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.