U100004

DTC U100004 indicates the control module detects the CAN bus is in a "Bus Off" state — Atto 8

Braking System

DTC U100004 indicates the control module detects the CAN bus is in a "Bus Off" state.

In the BYD E5 battery electric vehicle, the ABS system reports this DTC.

It indicates the ABS control unit CAN controller automatically shuts down communication due to an error counter overflow (typically caused by continuous bus errors or interference) to protect the bus from a faulty node.

Consequently, the ABS module cannot exchange data with the vehicle network (including the gateway, VCU, and instrument cluster).

This disables functions such as the anti-lock braking system and electronic stability control (ESC) and illuminates multiple instrument panel warning lamps.

On some other models (such as the S6), U100004 may also indicate a transmission control module (TCU) communication fault, but the core mechanism remains a communication interruption between the control unit and the CAN bus.

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2018 BYD E5 ABS CAN Bus Off Fault

Instrument cluster ABS and ESC warning lights stayed on constantly. VDS retrieved DTC U100004 (CAN bus off). Found pin 15 (CAN-H) at the ABS connector slightly oxidized. Cleaned and reconnected; fault persisted. ABS supply voltage measured normal. Disconnected the battery to reset; fault cleared. Recurred after one week of driving. Replaced the ABS control unit assembly and programmed it; fault completely resolved.
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BYD S6 U100004 Transmission Communication Fault

The dashboard warning light came on. The scan tool read DTC U100004. Per technical documentation, this code relates to the transmission system on this model; the vehicle exhibited harsh shifting. Inspection revealed an internal chip failure in the Transmission Control Module (TCU) interrupting CAN communication. Replaced the TCU; fault resolved.
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BYD Song DM Gateway Communication Fault (Reference Case)

After starting the vehicle, multiple warning lights illuminated simultaneously (engine warning light, ABS light, airbag light, etc.) and some electronic functions failed. The scan tool could not establish communication with multiple control modules. U-category communication DTCs were retrieved. Checked the Gateway module power supply and CAN bus connections and found a loose Gateway connector causing the communication interruption. Reconnected the Gateway module connector, cleaned the terminal oxidation, and resolved the fault.
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BYD S6 instrument panel communication fault (U100004-type symptoms)

The owner reported inoperative steering wheel buttons, inability to set cruise control, and abnormal instrument cluster displays. Technicians replaced the steering wheel cruise control switch assembly, instrument panel relay assembly, and instrument cluster assembly, but the fault remained. Troubleshooting revealed poor contact in the CAN bus lines between the instrument cluster, BCM, and gateway. Repairing the wiring harness connector resolved the issue. This case demonstrates how CAN bus communication faults can affect multiple modules.
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