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

Multimeter
Wiring Diagram

Test requirements

Fuses OK.
Battery voltage OK.
Switch OFF all electrical and electronic accessories.
Vehicles with automatic transmission, ensure the selector lever position is in "P".
Vehicles with manual transmission, ensure the shifter lever position is in "N" with the parking brake applied.
Observe all safety precautions: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
View clean working conditions: CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS .

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 2 CAN-BUS TERMINAL RESISTANCE, CHECKING - 2 . -- NO: GATHER more information from customer about the complaint.
2	IGNITION: OFF. DISCONNECT: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector. The Engine Control Module -J623- must remain connected for the following step. CHECK: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector T54 / 10 to T54 / 28 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 4 CAN-BUS TERMINAL RESISTANCE, CHECKING - 4 . -- NO: GO TO: Step 3 CAN-BUS TERMINAL RESISTANCE, CHECKING - 3 .
3	REMOVE: Engine Control Module - J623-. Refer to appropriate service information. CHECK: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector terminal T54 / 10 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T91 / 14 for resistance. CHECK: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector terminal T54 / 28 to the Engine Control Module - J623- harness connector T91 / 13 for resistance. SPECIFIED VALUE: 0.5 Ω (± 0.3 Ω). -- Were Values obtained?	-- YES: REPLACE: Engine Control Module -J623-. Refer to appropriate service information. GO TO: Step 4 CAN-BUS TERMINAL RESISTANCE, CHECKING - 4 . -- 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 4 CAN-BUS TERMINAL RESISTANCE, CHECKING - 4 .
4	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. If all electrical connections are OK: CHECK: Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- harness connector for any damaged, pushed-out pins. Clear the DTC's. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - ERASE DTC MEMORY . 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.