HS-CAN Operation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Sable, 2009 Ford Taurus X, and 2009 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The HS-CAN communicates using bussed messages. The HS-CAN uses an unshielded twisted pair cable, data bus (+) and data bus (-) circuits. In addition to scan tool communication, this network allows sharing of information between all modules on the network.
The HS-CAN is a high speed communication network used for the following modules:
- ABS module
- APIM
- IC
- Occupant classification system module (OCSM)
- PCM
- Power steering control module (PSCM)
- Restraints control module (RCM)
- 4X4 control module (if equipped)