Scania ELC DTC 1209 CAN message from the BCS control unit

ELC Electronically controlled air suspension · Scania · 2 variants

Code 1209 (decimal). Some diagnostic tools show it in hexadecimal as 04B9.

In short

The response time for the CAN message has been too long.

Variant 1

Applies to: ELC3

What does Scania ELC fault code 1209 mean?

What causes Scania DTC 1209?

How does the system react?

How to fix Scania ELC fault code 1209?

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Variant 2

Applies to: ELC3 (ELC3Rear)

This information is for guidance only. Always follow the manufacturer workshop manual and safety procedures; if in doubt, contact an authorised workshop.