Function
The Engine Control Module (ECM) (item 1 ) communicates with the ABS Control Module (item 2 ) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM) (item 3 ) via a CAN - Bus (item 4 ).
Can-Bus Schematic. Scheme 271
At least two Control Modules capable of CAN - Bus are connected together via two CAN -Bus wires which are twisted together (CAN_High and CAN_Low) and they exchange information (messages). Missing information on the CAN-Bus will be recognized as a DTC by the Engine Control Module (ECM) as well as by other CAN-Bus Control Modules.
Two Control Modules have terminal resistors each of 120 ohms, these resistors make sure that the CAN-Bus can function without a malfunction. These terminal resistors are located in the engine and ABS Control Modules.
- Test box VAG 1598/21
- Test box VAG 1598/18
Vehicles with automatic transmission, see VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .
- Remove wiper arms and cowl panel: See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
- Release Engine Control Module (ECM) - J248- connector and remove.
- Connect test box VAG 1598/22 (through my 1999) or VAG 1598/31 (from my 2000) to Engine Control Module (ECM) -J248- wiring harness.
- Check CAN-Bus wiring with terminal resistor in ABS Control Module
- Measure resistance between test box sockets 68 + 75: Specification: 115 to 135 ohms If resistance value is within specified range, see «If resistance is within specification»(ref-213881-S37681787522006011900000)