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U0007

High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low

1999-2000 BMW 323i E46 2.5L I6 πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί

High SeverityNetwork

Description

The CAN Low wire voltage is lower than expected, indicating a short to ground.

Symptoms

  • Bus communication degraded
  • Multiple DTCs stored
  • Intermittent module dropouts

Common Causes

  • CAN L shorted to ground
  • Damaged wiring insulation
  • Module fault pulling CAN L low
  • Water damage

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Measure CAN L voltage
  2. Isolate modules to find fault source
  3. Inspect wiring for ground contact
  4. Check for water intrusion

Repair Notes

Repair the CAN L short to ground. Check for damaged wire insulation near metal brackets.

Related Codes

U0001High Speed CAN Communication BusU0006High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) OpenU0008High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High

Other Network Codes

U0007 on Other Vehicles

Common Questions

What does code U0007 mean on a 1999-2000 BMW 323i E46?

U0007 stands for "High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low". The CAN Low wire voltage is lower than expected, indicating a short to ground.

What are the symptoms of U0007 on a BMW 323i E46?

Common symptoms of U0007 include: Bus communication degraded, Multiple DTCs stored, Intermittent module dropouts.

What causes U0007 on a 1999-2000 BMW 323i E46?

Common causes of U0007 include: CAN L shorted to ground, Damaged wiring insulation, Module fault pulling CAN L low, Water damage.

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