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J1708 Troubleshooting

This document provides guidance on troubleshooting a J1708 information link with faulty connections or voltages. It describes: 1. Checking connectors for looseness, resistance, or oxidation when fault tracing cables. 2. Possible explanations if measurement values are outside ranges, including a short to higher voltage, short to ground, or failed ECU bus. 3. Measurement points and desired voltage ranges between the J1708 data lines and ground with the ignition on.

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J1708 Troubleshooting

This document provides guidance on troubleshooting a J1708 information link with faulty connections or voltages. It describes: 1. Checking connectors for looseness, resistance, or oxidation when fault tracing cables. 2. Possible explanations if measurement values are outside ranges, including a short to higher voltage, short to ground, or failed ECU bus. 3. Measurement points and desired voltage ranges between the J1708 data lines and ground with the ignition on.

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IMPACT 4.07.

70 4/11/2020

Chassis ID Path
N 145649 3711/Diagnostics//J1708 Information Link, Fault Tracing

Model Identity
VN 131541285

Publish date ID/Operation


12/15/2012 37103-3

37103-3 J1708 Information Link, Fault Tracing


Other special equipment: 88890074

NOTE!

During fault-tracing check the relevant connectors. Check for loose connections, contact resistance and
oxidation. For a more detailed description of fault-tracing cables and connectors, see separate service
information under group 37.
Do not use the chassis as a ground when taking readings. Use ground studs located as close to components as
possible.
For measurement points and values refer to

Additional information
When checking the data link measurement and the values are outside of the given ranges, there are several possible
explanations.

1
If the voltage is approximately, greater than 5 V DC the data link is possibly shorted to a higher voltage and must be
inspected to find the cause.

A wire of higher voltage could be cross connected to the data link via chaffing or pin misalignment at connectors
or control units, etc.
A second, but least likely, possibility is that the internal data bus of an ECU has failed in some way causing an
interruption of messaging on the link. If this is suspected, disconnect the suspect ECU temporarily or either
connect a spare ECU to check if the problem goes away.

2
If the voltage is approximately less than 2 V DC the data link is possibly shorted to ground and must be inspected to
find the cause.

A wire of lower voltage or ground type could be cross connected to the data link via chaffing or pin misalignment
at connectors or control units, etc.
Either one or both of the data link wires are shorted to ground via a rub through (chaff). Inspect the entire data
link for possible signs of abrasion. Repair according to guidelines outlined in this manual.
A third, but least likely, possibility is that the internal data bus of an ECU has failed in some way causing an

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interruption of messaging on the link. If this is suspected, disconnect the suspect ECU temporarily or connect a
spare ECU to check if the problem goes away.

Checking Sub-Systems
1

Conditions:
Measurement box with adapter connected between the relevant control unit and cable harness.
Measuring voltage using the multimeter with the MIN / MAX- function engaged.
Control unit connected.
The ignition key in the drive position.

Measuring points Desired value


J1708/J1587 A and V ≈ 0 - 5 V DC1
ground

J1708/J1587B and V ≈ 0 - 5 V DC1


ground

J1708/J1587A and V ≈ 2 - 5 V DC
J1708/J1587 B

1
The voltage must vary within the interval.

Note: The voltage on the information link varies and is dependent on the number of control units and traffic on the
information link.

Other special equipment: 9510060

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The information contained herein is current at the time of its original distribution, but is subject to change. The reader is advised that printed copies are uncontrolled.

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