OBD-II fault code

U05B3: Invalid Data Received From Comfort and Convenience Display B

What it means

A receiving module detected implausible data from comfort and convenience display B. Display state or input values fail plausibility checks and are rejected.

How it works

Comfort and convenience display B sends display and input information over the vehicle network to other modules. This code sets when a receiving module judges that information implausible and rejects it.

Common causes

Most likely first.

  1. Module internal fault or sensor input drift
  2. Software version mismatch after replacement
  3. Gateway module routing CAN messages incorrectly

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

How to diagnose it

  1. Scan all modules for codes and review freeze-frame data to identify which module reported the fault and when it occurred.
  2. Check whether display B and related comfort functions work, and note any warnings or functions that stopped responding.
  3. Inspect display B connectors and accessible wiring for looseness, damage, corrosion, or signs of water intrusion.
  4. Use a scan tool to compare display B status and input values with the vehicle's actual display state and user inputs.
  5. Check for related network or gateway faults and verify that CAN messages from display B are reaching the receiving module correctly.
  6. If the display or another module was recently replaced, verify software compatibility and configuration before condemning a module.

Common fixes

  • Repair a loose, damaged, or corroded connector or wire at display B.
  • Correct gateway routing or network configuration if diagnostics show messages are being misrouted.
  • Update or configure a replacement module to the vehicle's required software version.
  • Replace display B if its internal fault or drifting input is confirmed.

Can I keep driving?

This code does not by itself indicate an engine or emissions problem, but comfort functions that rely on display B data may be unavailable. Drive attentively if any related controls or warnings are affected, and avoid relying on a disabled feature.

A code shows where the control module detected a fault, not always which part failed. Check the causes in order and confirm with a test before replacing parts. Have several codes? Check them together

This is a generic code: it means the same on every make. The car’s maker may add more detail in its own service information.

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