U0132 (87)

Lost Communication With Ride Level Control Module

Network Communication Generic (OBD-II Standard) Land Rover Diagnostic Assistant Available

Code Definition

U0132 (87) — Lost Communication With Ride Level Control Module

System: Network Communication  |  Type: Generic (OBD-II Standard)  |  Make: Land Rover

About U0132

U0132 is a generic (obd-ii standard) network communication diagnostic trouble code recorded for Land Rover vehicles. It belongs to the U-prefix family of codes, which covers inter-module network communication (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, or similar) faults.

Scanning & clearing: Network (U) codes report communication faults between modules. When diagnosing U-codes, checking the vehicle's CAN bus integrity, supply/ground at each module, and reading all modules for related faults is usually the first step.

Because U0132 is a generic OBD-II code, its base definition is shared across manufacturers. The specific diagnostic steps, reference values, and repair procedures can vary by vehicle, and the TaT Diagnostic Assistant includes verified procedures submitted by working technicians.

Code Information

DTC U0132:87 is set when a control module on the vehicle network detects a loss of CAN communication with the Ride Level Control Module for longer than the calibrated timeout period. The :87 failure type indicates the expected messages from this module are missing rather than corrupted, meaning the module has effectively dropped off the network. The Ride Level Control Module manages the air suspension, controlling ride height and damping, so when it stops communicating the system loses coordinated height control. When the code is set, the driver may see a suspension warning message, the vehicl...

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Quick Facts

CodeU0132
Sub Code87
SystemNetwork Communication
TypeGeneric (OBD-II Standard)
MakeLand Rover
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