OBD Guide

U0078

Control Module Communication Bus F Off

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Incorrect operation of some vehicle systems
  • Lost connection with diagnostic equipment
  • Dashboard malfunctions
  • The car may go into emergency mode

Causes

  • Broken or damaged CAN bus wires
  • Oxidation or damage to connectors
  • Short circuit in CAN circuit
  • Malfunction of one of the control modules
  • Problems with module power supply

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the CAN bus wires
  2. Inspect and clean all connectors
  3. Check the module supply voltage
  4. Diagnose each module separately
  5. Replace damaged components

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