Back to 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2004 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA

1.8L I4RWDMANUALgas
Repairs0Labor591Torque3904Fluid7DTC730Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
U0038low severityNetwork

LIN Bus A (+) Open

on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.8L I4 · 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.

Other Network codes on this vehicle

Building an app?
Free API access to all this data — 50 requests/day, no card required.
Get an API key →
Run a shop?
Manage repairs, estimates, and customers with ShopBase — $249/mo, all features included.
Try ShopBase →