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DTC U0073 (PCM) - Control Module Communication Bus A Off

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DTC DESCRIPTION U0073 (PCM) - CONTROL MODULE COMMUNICATION BUS A OFF

Description:  This DTC sets when the controller area network (CAN) between the PCM and data link connector (DLC) is open.
Possible Causes: 
  • Communication error
Diagnostic Aids:  The presence of this DTC may indicate that the vehicle is operating in derate mode. After repair, the vehicle may still display a system warning message. Drive the vehicle until the system warning message has cleared from the instrument cluster message center. Network DTC concerns occur during module-to-module communication. For additional description and operation of the vehicle communication network, refer to the Module Communications Network article.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST AE .