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1997 DODGE RAM 3500

6.7L I6 Cummins Diesel4WDAUTOMATICdiesel
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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High Speed CAN Communication Bus (+) Low

on 1997 Dodge Ram 3500 6.7L I6 Cummins Diesel · 4WD

What this code means

The CAN High wire voltage is lower than expected, indicating a short to ground or excessive load on the bus.

Symptoms

  • Communication failures
  • Multiple DTCs from various modules
  • Intermittent system operation

Common causes

  • CAN H wire shorted to ground
  • Module pulling CAN H low
  • Damaged wiring insulation
  • Water intrusion in connector

Diagnostic steps

  1. Measure CAN H voltage
  2. Disconnect modules one at a time to find short source
  3. Inspect wiring for chafing against ground
  4. Check connectors for moisture

Repair notes

Find and repair the short to ground on the CAN H wire. Inspect for damaged insulation.

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