Pinpoint Test U: SASM HS-Can Bus Off Concern: Notes

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Notes
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Refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

With the ignition ON, the SASM communicates with the other modules over the HS-CAN2 and through the GWM. A GWM failure, a circuit failure on the CAN or an excessive load on the network can all cause a communication error and the SASM to set a DTC.

DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

DTC Description Fault Trigger Condition
SASM U0001:88 High Speed CAN Communication Bus: Bus Off The module could not communicate on the network at a point in time. The fault is not currently present since the module is able to communicate with the diagnostic scan tool to report this DTC.

Possible Sources 

  • Network communication concern
  • GWM

Visual Inspection and Pre-checks 

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