U058504

U058504 indicates a private CAN or powertrain CAN communication timeout fault between the IPB (Intelligent Integrated Braking System) and the TCU (Transmission Control Unit) — Atto 8

Braking System

U058504 indicates a private CAN or powertrain CAN communication timeout fault between the IPB (Intelligent Integrated Braking System) and the TCU (Transmission Control Unit).

In the BYD DM-i architecture, the IPB requires real-time key data from the TCU, including motor torque, vehicle speed, gear position, and regenerative braking requests, to coordinate brake force distribution and regenerative braking.

The IPB triggers this fault if it fails to receive a valid data frame from the TCU within a 500ms monitoring period (normal message cycle is 10-20ms), or if it receives data checksum errors for more than 10 consecutive frames.

This fault disables the regenerative braking function and forces the ESC/ABS into degraded mode.

In extreme cases, it triggers the powertrain Limp Home mode, limiting vehicle speed.

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Cases Logged
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Song PLUS DM-i G202 ground point oxidation causing intermittent communication loss

A 2021 Song PLUS DM-i with 20,000 km intermittently displayed 'Braking System Fault' on the instrument cluster. Scan showed DTC U058504 (history). When the fault occurred, regenerative braking failed. Inspection found the TCU ground point G202 (located on the left front side member) had a loose bolt with oxidised contact surfaces, causing the TCU operating voltage to fluctuate between 11.2-12.8V and interrupting CAN communication. Cleaned the ground point, applied conductive grease, and tightened the bolt to the standard torque of 25 N·m. Fault resolved.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Backed-out pin in IPB connector B25 caused CAN-H open circuit

During new vehicle PDI, found current fault code U058504 that would not clear. Inspected IPB wiring harness connector B25 and found pin 18 (CAN-H) backed out approximately 2mm, interrupting communication with the TCU. Cause: improper assembly during production. Repair: Replaced the backed-out female terminal, reconnected the connector, and applied waterproof sealant. Cleared the fault code; road test normal.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Firewall wiring harness damaged after accident repair

After front-end collision repairs, the vehicle frequently set U058504. Inspection found the accident had ruptured the wiring harness protective sleeve at the firewall; the IPB-to-TCU CAN-H line was chafing against the body sheet metal and intermittently shorting to ground (insulation resistance: 200Ω). Replaced the damaged 20 cm harness section, re-wrapped and secured the routing, and added rubber protective sleeves. Fault resolved.
BYD DTC AI Analysis

Aftermarket DSP amplifier caused CAN bus interference

After the owner fitted an aftermarket audio system (high-power DSP amplifier), U058504 and multiple system warning lights lit up intermittently while driving. Inspection found the amplifier power cable ran parallel to the CAN harness, causing electromagnetic interference (oscilloscope showed glitches on the CAN waveform). Rerouted the amplifier power cable to maintain >20cm clearance from the CAN harness and installed ferrite cores on the CAN lines at the TCU and IPB. Fault frequency dropped significantly; issue resolved.
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IPB and TCU software version mismatch

After the TCU software upgrade at the dealership (optimising EHS shift logic), the vehicle developed a U058504 fault that would not clear. Inspection found the IPB software remained at the old version (V1.02), incompatible with the new TCU (V2.15) communication protocol, causing a data length validation failure. Upgraded IPB software to V1.08 and performed 'brake system calibration' and 'longitudinal acceleration sensor learning'. Fault cleared.
Data confidence: Community This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified technician for diagnosis and repair. Do not attempt high-voltage system repairs yourself.