U0073critical severityNetwork
Control Module Communication Bus A Off
on 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2.0L I4 · RWD
What this code means
CAN bus A is not communicating. Complete loss of communication on the primary bus.
Symptoms
- Multiple systems down
- Multiple warning lights
- Vehicle may not start
- No scan tool communication
Common causes
- CAN bus wiring shorted or open
- Termination resistor failure
- Module failure shorting the bus
- Major wiring harness damage
Diagnostic steps
- Check CAN bus voltage levels
- Measure bus resistance
- Isolate bus segments
- Check for physical damage to wiring
Repair notes
Major network failure. Systematic diagnosis required.
Other Network codes on this vehicle
U0001
High Speed CAN Communication Bus
U0002
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Performance
U0003
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Open
U0004
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low
U0005
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) High
U0006
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Open
U0007
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) Low
U0008
High Speed CAN Communication Bus (-) High
U0009
High Speed CAN Communication Bus Shorted Together
U0010
Medium Speed CAN Communication Bus