VSS Error Message (2X)

[ButterSmooth]

Thanks. Four times in exactly the same area cannot be coincidence. Happened NO WHERE ELSE (yet). I'm getting more convinced that it's something in the environment vs. on the trike. Some of the SIGINT stuff at Pearl and Camp Smith could be the issue. Think I'll wait a bit before investing $$$ in a BUDS for now.

Two more details that may be relevant. In an antenna field where there are multiple sources of radiation, there will be 'nodes' where the signals interact and create a high energy spot. You may have found one, and there may be others. Vehicles that use the chassis for the ground and wires for the signals are more susceptible to interference. The usual solution is running critical signals on twisted pairs of wires, signal and ground. If more spurious signal rejection is needed, the next step is shielding.

If the BUDS analysis identifies the offending sensor, you may be able to improve the electrical wiring and eliminate the problem. If it's multiple sensors it will be more difficult, but still may be as simple as wrapping the wire harness (not necessarily all of it) in foil and grounding the foil. Try the easy (and sensor relevant) parts first. It may not take much to make the problem go away.

 

[Bfromla]

OK, got fault codes in the same place near the freeway--I gotta believe something electronic is causing this to happen--there are two military bases very close by (Pearl Harbor and Camp Smith, home of Pacific Command). Anyway, here are the codes: 2U0122, 1P2545 and 0C0040 (zeros may be Os and v-v). So I turned off the ignition key, counted to 10 and restarted with no codes. Tried to get codes again with "no active faults" result. Go figure!

Looking at Spyder codes - U0122: :yikes:

 

[billybovine]

U0122 is Can bus communication failure to the VCM. That may be from some type of interference. Most of the time that can be cause by a electrically noisy connected device like a defective aftermarket led light. But could be external.

P2545 is a VCM internal fault counter failure. Don't know what to make of that one. May be secondary to the real cause.

C0040 is Brake pedal switch failure. Normally from riding the brake pedal and not really a brake switch problem. Make sure you are not riding with your foot on the brake pedal enough to make the brake light come on but not enough for the brake pressure to come up.

 

[PhilY]

U0122 is Can bus communication failure to the VCM. That may be from some type of interference. Most of the time that can be cause by a electrically noisy connected device like a defective aftermarket led light. But could be external.

P2545 is a VCM internal fault counter failure. Don't know what to make of that one. May be secondary to the real cause.

C0040 is Brake pedal switch failure. Normally from riding the brake pedal and not really a brake switch problem. Make sure you are not riding with your foot on the brake pedal enough to make the brake light come on but not enough for the brake pressure to come up.

Thanks. I did replace my taillights with LEDs. I'll put the originals back on and see if the prob still exists. Checked brake switch and that is not an issue--return spring is very strong.

 

[PhilY]

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Per error codes and billyb's suggestions, I replaced two LED tail light bulbs with the originals. Drove by the "Bermuda Triangle" which caused a the errors four times in a row previously and, VOILA, no problems!

Dear BPP, why would anyone design a sensor system which malfunctions because of the addition of LED light bulbs?

THANKS, BILLYBOVINE!!!!

 

[Bfromla]

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Per error codes and billyb's suggestions, I replaced two LED tail light bulbs with the originals. Drove by the "Bermuda Triangle" which caused a the errors four times in a row previously and, VOILA, no problems!

Dear BPS, why would anyone design a sensor system which malfunctions because of the addition of LED light bulbs?

THANKS, BILLYBOVINE!!!!

LED antenna:dontknow::dontknow::dontknow::sour:

 

[PhilY]

LED antenna:dontknow::dontknow::dontknow::sour:

Noticed you have LED headlights. No probs? I was thinking about doing that until I had this prob.

 

[Bfromla]

Noticed you have LED headlights. No probs? I was thinking about doing that until I had this prob.

Srz late seeing this. No probs here thankfully, maybe lil knuckle scrapes on installation :lecturef_smilie: just don’t drop anything especially on ST lights are over the Void in tight spot behind gauge cluster :gaah: Had enough practice after too many halogen burn outs one side or other hi or low. Most aggravating & motivation to upgrade. The genssi elite #G7-ELT-H4 found on eBay after another member posted them. Very similar look to what LaMonster offers no idea actual spec comparison. Decent white light :thumbup: can adjust or “clock” position have not down so with mineopcorn:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/361361228270 Carefully thread on heatsinks & secure the ballast with zip ties somewhere out of way. Not a major improvement but decent & no blown bulbs:clap:hyea:

 

[Jaxfann]

Ryker 600 Ace - third time in to dealer for same problem - 1. Accelerating up ramp on to Freeway 2. Sweeping wide left turn on Freeway at about 65mph - 3. same as last but different sweeping left turn.

Result - Limp mode - power loss - limp home - fault stays on screen with codes C006C and C0063

Supposedly fixed twice - on third occurrence I had BRP get involved (useless as far as I can tell) - 6 weeks later bike supposedly fixed (parts were late due to Covid) - not sure if finally fixed as I have not taken it out on freeway yet!

Love the bike - love the ride but this pisses me off!

When will Honda come out with an affordable trike - I will be first in line!