Pinpoint Test I : The Power Liftgate Closes (With A Continuous Chime) Immediately After A Power Open
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- I1 CHECK FOR LTM DTC B201A
- Ignition ON.
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the LTM self-test.
Is DTC B201A present?
Yes GO to I2. No GO to I3. - I2 CLEAR THE DTCs AND REPEAT THE LTM SELF-TEST
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, clear the LTM DTCs.
- Initialize the power liftgate. Refer to Power Liftgate Initialization .
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the LTM self-test.
Is DTC B201A still present?
Yes GO to I3. No The system is operating correctly. The concern may have been caused by excessive weight on the liftgate, the LTM was not initialized or the liftgate was manually closed using an excessive amount of speed continuously. - I3 CHECK THE LIFTGATE ASSIST CYLINDERS
- Verify there is no excessive weight on the liftgate (for example: bike rack or snow and ice).
- Turn the power liftgate OFF (disable) from the message center.
- Operate the liftgate manually to verify the liftgate assist cylinders hold the liftgate open.
Did the liftgate assist cylinders hold the liftgate open correctly?
Yes INSTALL a new LTM. REFER to Liftgate/Trunk Module (LTM) . No INSTALL a new liftgate assist cylinders. INITIALIZE the power liftgate. REFER to Power Liftgate Initialization .