Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: CAN Communication Line

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Fuel System (DFI) / CAN Communication Line

CAN Communication Line Resistance Inspection

In this model, resistors for CAN communication line are built in the ECU [A] and meter unit.

CAN Communication Line Resistance Inspection


CAN Communication Line Resistance (at ECU Connector)

Connections: Terminal 27 ←→ Terminal 28

Standard: 123 125 Ω


CAN Communication Line Resistance Inspection


If the reading is out of the range, replace the ECU (see ECU Removal/Installation).

If the reading is within the range, resistor of the ECU for CAN communication line is normal.

Special Tool - Hand Tester: 57001-1394

If the wiring is open, repair or replace the main harness.

CAN Communication Line Circuit

CAN Communication Line Circuit


1. Meter Unit

2. Joint Connector C

3. Joint Connector D

4. ESD (Electronic Steering Damper) ECU (ZX1000JD/KD)

5. ECU

6. Immobilizer (Equipped Models)/Kawasaki Diagnostic System Connector

7. KIBS Hydraulic Unit (Equipped Models)

ECU Power Source Circuit
1. Ignition Switch 2. Joint Connector E 3. ECU 4. Engine Ground 5. Battery 6. Starter Relay 7. Main Fuse 30 A 8. ECU Fuse 15 A 9. Frame Ground 2 10. Frame Ground 1 11. Fuse Box 1 12. Ig ...

DFI Power Source
ECU Fuse Removal Refer to the 30 A Main/15 A ECU Fuse Removal in the Electrical System chapter. ECU Fuse Installation If a fuse fails during operation, inspect the DFI system to determine the ca ...

Other materials:

Battery Ground
Before completing any service on the motorcycle, disconnect the battery cables from the battery to prevent the engine from accidentally turning over. Disconnect the ground cable (–) first and then the positive (+). When completed with the service, first connect the positive (+) cable to the p ...

Leather, Vinyl, and Rubber
If your motorcycle has leather accessories, special care must be taken. Use a leather cleaner/treatment to clean and care for leather accessories. Washing leather parts with detergent and water will damage them, shortening their life. Vinyl parts should be washed with the rest of themo ...

Engine Oil Change
Situate the motorcycle so that it is vertical after warming up the engine. Remove the engine oil drain bolt [A] to drain the oil. The oil in the oil filter can be drained by removing the filter (see Oil Filter Replacement). Replace the drain bolt gasket [B] with a new one. Tighten t ...