International SA 33 SPN 639 FMI 14: Communication fault (from PP3 to ESC)

Code details

Manufacturer

International (Navistar)

Applies to

International / Navistar body controller (ESC) and multiplexed modules

Fault code

SA 33 SPN 639 FMI 14

J1939 SPN

639

FMI

14 — Special instructions

Reporting module

Body Controller (source address 33)

Component / signal

Drivetrain Message Timeout

Truck models in source

3200, 4100, 4300, 4400, 7300, 7400, 7500, 7600, 7700, 8500, 8600, BE 200, CE Bus, CXT, DuraStar, LoneStar, MXT, ProStar, RXT, TranStar, WorkStar

Cause and when it sets

Cause: Datalink interrupted between ESC and Powerpack.

Check for open circuit or short in J1939 datalink.

What to do next

• Read active and inactive codes with the OEM service tool (Diamond Logic Builder can clear previously active codes) and note the occurrence count.
• FMI 14 tells the shop the type of failure to test for: special instructions.
• Have a heavy-duty diesel technician confirm the fault against the engine or chassis service manual before replacing parts.

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