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1998 DODGE DAKOTA

2.5L I44WDAUTOMATICgas
12 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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U0001high severityNetwork

High Speed CAN Communication Bus

on 1998 Dodge Dakota 2.5L I4 · 4WD

What this code means

General malfunction on the high-speed CAN bus network.

Symptoms

  • Multiple warning lights
  • Communication errors
  • Some systems inoperative
  • Scan tool communication issues

Common causes

  • CAN bus wiring damage
  • Shorted CAN H or CAN L wire
  • Missing termination resistor
  • Module failure pulling down bus
  • Aftermarket device interference

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check for aftermarket devices on OBD port
  2. Measure CAN bus resistance (should be ~60 ohms)
  3. Scope CAN H and CAN L signals
  4. Check for damaged wiring
  5. Isolate modules one at a time

Repair notes

CAN bus issues can be complex. Check wiring first. Remove aftermarket devices.

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