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Can-Bus Terminal Resistance, Transmission Control Module - J217- To Engine Control Module - J623-, Checking

General Description 

The Engine Control Module -J623- communicates with all databus capable control modules via a CAN databus.

These databus capable control modules are connected via two data bus wires which are twisted together (CAN_High and CAN_Low), and exchange information (messages). Missing information on the databus is recognized as a malfunction and stored.

Trouble-free operation of the CAN-bus requires that it have a terminal resistance. The central terminal resistor is located in the Engine Control Module -J623-.

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

Test requirements 

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
-- NO:
  • GATHER more information from customer about the complaint.
2
  • The Engine Control Module -J623- must remain connected for the following step. The central terminal resistor is located in the Engine Control Module -J623-.
  • REMOVE: Transmission Control Module -J217-. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • CHECK: Transmission Control Module -J217- harness connector T16r / 5 to T16r / 6 for resistance.
  • Specified value: 60 to 72 Ω (at 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
-- NO:
  • GO TO: Step 3
3
  • REMOVE: Engine Control Module - J623-. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • CHECK: CAN bus circuit between the Transmission Control Module -J217- harness connector T16r / 5 and the Engine Control Module -J623- harness connector T94 / 68 for resistance.
  • CHECK: CAN bus circuit between the Transmission Control Module -J217- harness connector T16r / 6 and the Engine Control Module -J623- harness connector T94 / 67 for resistance.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: 0.5 Ω (± 0.3 Ω).
-- Were Values obtained?
-- YES:
  • REPLACE: Engine Control Module -J623-. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • GO TO: Step 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
4
  • Final Procedure
  • Perform a road test to verify repair.
-- Does the original DTC return?
-- YES:
  • CHECK: Transmission Control Module -J217- harness connector for any damaged, pushed-out pins.
  • REPAIR: As necessary.
  • 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.
  • If all electrical connections are OK:
  • REPLACE: Transmission Control Module -J217-. Refer to appropriate repair information.
  • 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.