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What does it mean when your truck says no bus?

What does it mean when your truck says no bus?

The “NO BUS” points to PCM communication failure. If a code scanner cant communicate with the PCM then you have a fault with either the harness connecting the PCM to the truck or the PCM is fried.

What does no bus mean on Dodge Ram?

Posts: 3,516. This is a very common problem with that generation of Ram. NO BUS means the dashboard has lost communication with the computer. Search on “no bus” here in the forums and you’ll get the info you need.

What does no bus mean on the odometer?

RECENTLY HAD “no buS” SHOW ON THE ODOMETER IN MY 2000 JEEP WRANGLER. THE VEHICLE DID START AND RAN WITHOUT A PROBLEM, BUT WHO KNOWS FOR HOW LONG. THE ONLY RECENT CHANGE WAS A NEW BATTERY. Having the same problem on my ’99 Jeep Cherokee.

What kind of truck has no bus gauges?

I have a 2000 ram 1500 2X with the 5.9 automatic, however I believe that this is applies to all gen2 trucks regardless of drivetrain or engine type. My Story… See the end to get straight to my find. I’ve had my gauges go out with the “no bus’ message in the odometer window three times now!

The “NO BUS” points to PCM communication failure. If a code scanner cant communicate with the PCM then you have a fault with either the harness connecting the PCM to the truck or the PCM is fried.

Why is my Dodge Dakota getting a no bus in?

An expert that has 1 follower. Re: I have a 2002 dodge dakota getting a no bus in… Main input sensors, wiring, and blown fuse can cause this concern. 20 amp fuse under the hood might be blown, but if it is would cause a no start concern.

RECENTLY HAD “no buS” SHOW ON THE ODOMETER IN MY 2000 JEEP WRANGLER. THE VEHICLE DID START AND RAN WITHOUT A PROBLEM, BUT WHO KNOWS FOR HOW LONG. THE ONLY RECENT CHANGE WAS A NEW BATTERY. Having the same problem on my ’99 Jeep Cherokee.

I have a 2000 ram 1500 2X with the 5.9 automatic, however I believe that this is applies to all gen2 trucks regardless of drivetrain or engine type. My Story… See the end to get straight to my find. I’ve had my gauges go out with the “no bus’ message in the odometer window three times now!

Why is my no bus odometer not working?

This ‘bus’ is the 2 wire communication network that all the computers share information on. Your instrument cluster isn’t gettin any info over the bus that’s why you get the ‘no bus’ message and none of your gauges work. This can be caused by any shorted module or broken bus wire. A few PCM sensors can cause this problem too.

How many miles does no bus on dash mean?

“NO BUS” on dash, would not change gears, no speedo/tach, all lights flashing, ect. Limped it the rest of the way to work and now trying to figure out my next step. It’s a 3.6L, 40,xxx miles.

What does no bus mean on a Dodge Ram 1500?

“NO BUS” means that the communication system between the computers has stopped working. HELLO: I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM WITH MY 2001 Dodge RAM 1500 PICKUP. THE DEALER WANTS 85 DOLLARS AN HOUR TO FIGURE IT OUT. Hi I have a 2000 Ram 1500 that had the same problem.

What does it mean when your car says no bus?

Rate this answer: The “no bus” signal is indicating that there is no fuse, a blown fuse, or no power the the ECM (electronic control module or “the brain”) make sure all relays are operational as well and you should be on your way.

What causes the No Bus message on the odometer?

Symptom: Engine will not start. Gauges are inoperative. “No BUS” message displayed on odometer. Problem 1 of 2: The 5v power supply from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is shorted due to a shorted Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor.

Posts: 3,516. This is a very common problem with that generation of Ram. NO BUS means the dashboard has lost communication with the computer. Search on “no bus” here in the forums and you’ll get the info you need.

Is there no bus, no gauges possible solution?

I’d like to offer my solution to the frustrating “no bus and no gauges” problem that I see is pretty common. I have a 2000 ram 1500 2X with the 5.9 automatic, however I believe that this is applies to all gen2 trucks regardless of drivetrain or engine type.

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