OBD Guide

U0014

Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$6–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable operation of various vehicle systems
  • The Check Engine light comes on
  • Problems with electronic systems (climate control, audio system, etc.)
  • Floating engine speed
  • Loss of communication with some control units

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the positive line of the CAN bus
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Corrosion of contacts in CAN bus connectors
  • Malfunction of one of the modules connected to the CAN bus
  • Problems with the control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the CAN bus wiring
  2. Look for signs of a short to positive
  3. Check the condition of connectors and contacts
  4. Diagnose modules connected to the problematic bus
  5. If necessary, replace damaged wires or connectors

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