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2017 LEXUS LS 460

4.6L V8RWDAUTOMATICgas
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U0038low severityNetwork

LIN Bus A (+) Open

on 2017 Lexus LS 460 4.6L V8 · RWD

What this code means

The LIN bus A wire is open, preventing communication with LIN slave devices.

Symptoms

  • LIN-connected devices inoperative
  • Seat memory not working
  • Rain sensor offline
  • Interior lighting module offline

Common causes

  • Broken LIN bus wire
  • Corroded LIN connector
  • LIN module unplugged
  • Wiring harness damage

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check LIN bus wire continuity
  2. Inspect connectors
  3. Test for 12V pullup on LIN bus
  4. Check LIN master output

Repair notes

Repair open LIN bus wire. Check connectors at all LIN slave devices.

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