OBD Guide

U0052

Vehicle Communication Bus C (-) Low

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–33 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Unstable operation of electronic systems
  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Problems starting the engine
  • Lost connection with some sensors

Causes

  • Broken or damaged CAN C bus wires
  • Short circuit in CAN C bus circuit
  • Malfunction of one of the ECUs connected to the CAN C bus
  • Poor contact in CAN C bus connectors
  • Problems with power supply or grounding of the ECU

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the CAN C bus wires
  2. Check connectors and contacts for oxidation or damage
  3. Check the voltage and resistance in the CAN C bus circuit
  4. Diagnose ECUs connected to the CAN C bus
  5. Replace damaged wires or connectors

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