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CAN-Bus Terminal Resistance, CHECKING

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General Description 

The Engine Control Module -J623- communicates with other CAN-Bus capable control modules.

The control modules are connected by two data bus wires which are twisted together (CAN_High and CAN_Low), and exchange information (messages). Missing information on the CAN-bus is recognized as a malfunction by the Engine Control Module -J623- and the other control modules connected to the CAN-bus.

Trouble-free operation of the CAN-Bus requires that it have a terminal resistance. This central terminal resistance is located in the Engine Control Module -J623-.

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

Test Requirements 

Test Procedure 

Step Procedure Result / Action to Take
1
  • PERFORM: Preliminary Check to verify the customers complaint. Refer to PRELIMINARY CHECK .
-- Was Complaint verified?
-- YES:
  • GO TO: Step
-- NO:
  • GATHER more information from customer about the complaint.
  • IGNITION: OFF.
  • DISCONNECT: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector.
  • The Engine Control Module -J623- must remain connected for the following step.
  • For 2007 - 2009 MY, CHECK: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector terminals 26 to 13 for resistance.
  • For 2010 MY, CHECK: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector terminals 6 to 16 for resistance.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: 60 - 72 Ω (@ approx. 20° C).
-- Was Value obtained?
-- YES:
  • CONDITION: May be intermittent.
  • PERFORM: Visual Inspection of wiring and component.
  • CHECK: Wiring for open, high resistance, short or harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.
  • REPAIR: Faulty wiring or connector.
  • GO TO: Step
-- NO:
  • GO TO: Step
  • REMOVE: Engine Control Module - J623-. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • For 2007 - 2009 MY, CHECK: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector terminal 26 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T94 / 67 for resistance.
  • For 2010 MY, CHECK: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector terminal 6 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T94 / 67 for resistance.
  • For 2007 - 2009 MY, CHECK: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector terminal 13 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T94 / 68 for resistance.
  • For 2010 MY, CHECK: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector terminal 16 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T94 / 68 for resistance.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: 0.5 Ω (± 0.3 Ω).
-- Were Values obtained?
-- YES:
  • REPLACE: Engine Control Module -J623-. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • GO TO: Step
-- NO:
  • PERFORM: Visual Inspection of wiring and component.
  • CHECK: Wiring for open, high resistance, short or harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.
  • REPAIR: Faulty wiring or connector.
  • GO TO: Step
  • Final Procedure 
  • Perform a road test to verify repair.
-- Does the original DTC return?
-- YES:
  • CHECK: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector for any damaged, pushed-out pins.
  • REPAIR: As necessary.
  • Clear the DTCs. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - ERASE DTC MEMORY .
  • Repair is complete. Generate Readiness Code. Refer to READINESS CODE .
  • Return vehicle to Customer.
  • If all electrical connections are OK:
  • REPLACE: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533-. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • Repair is complete. Generate Readiness Code. Refer to READINESS CODE .
  • Return vehicle to Customer.
-- NO:
  • Perform the diagnostic procedure for any DTC's.
  • If no DTC's return, the repair is complete.
  • Return vehicle to customer.