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A: You need Table 1 in J1939-71. SPN 0 is reserved for "N/A" or uninitialized data. Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. SAE J1939, J1939-71, and related standards are the intellectual property of SAE International. Always purchase official standards directly from SAE International or authorized distributors. SPN 0 is reserved for "N/A" or uninitialized data
A: No. Passenger cars use ISO 15765 (UDS) or OBD-II. J1939-71 is for heavy-duty trucks, buses, agricultural tractors, and construction equipment (off-highway).