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U0039

LIN Bus A (-) Open

2001-2005 BMW 330i E46 3.0L I6

Low SeverityNetworkGeneric (SAE)

Description

The LIN bus A ground reference is open, preventing proper LIN communication.

Symptoms

  • LIN slave devices not responding
  • Erratic LIN device behavior

Common Causes

  • LIN ground wire open
  • Corroded ground connection
  • Broken ground splice

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Check LIN ground continuity
  2. Inspect ground connection points
  3. Test for proper ground at LIN devices

Repair Notes

Repair the open ground on the LIN bus circuit.

Related Codes

U0037LIN Bus A Communication PerformanceU0038LIN Bus A (+) Open

Other Network Codes

U0039 on Other Vehicles

Common Questions

What does code U0039 mean on a 2001-2005 BMW 330i E46?

U0039 stands for "LIN Bus A (-) Open". The LIN bus A ground reference is open, preventing proper LIN communication.

What are the symptoms of U0039 on a BMW 330i E46?

Common symptoms of U0039 include: LIN slave devices not responding, Erratic LIN device behavior.

What causes U0039 on a 2001-2005 BMW 330i E46?

Common causes of U0039 include: LIN ground wire open, Corroded ground connection, Broken ground splice.

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