Caterpillar Fault Code
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Gauge Cluster Flash / Loss of Controls
System
CAN Bus / Comms
Symptom
Gauge Cluster Flash / Loss of Controls
Diagnosis & fix steps
LOGIC: SAE J1939 Data Link #2 Abnormal Update Rate.
ACTION: Check CAN 2 terminating resistor resistance across pins CAN High and CAN Low (should measure 60Ω total with power OFF). Inspect main harness interconnects for moisture ingress.
Red Seal field insights
Indicates total loss or corruption of data packets between primary controllers on the second CAN backbone.
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