Pinpoint Test D : The Power Liftgate Stops In The Secondary Latch Position
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- D1 CHECK THE RGTM (REAR GATE TRUNK MODULE) LATCH AND PAWL SWITCHES PARAMETER IDENTIFICATIONS (PIDS)
- Ignition ON.
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, view RGTM Parameter Identifications (PIDs).
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, monitor the following RGTM Parameter Identifications (PIDs):
- Latch_Primary_Switch (Ltch_Prim_Sw)
- Latch_Secondary_Switch (Ltch_Sec_Sw)
- Latch_Pawl_Switch (Ltch_Pwl_Sw)
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NOTE: The liftgate is in the primary position when the liftgate is in the full closed position. The liftgate is in the unlatch position when the liftgate is open and completely out of the striker.
Begin with the liftgate in the open position, then slowly close the liftgate to the secondary latch (first click) and then primary latch (second click) positions.
Liftgate Latch Position Ltch_Prim_Sw Ltch_Sec_Sw Ltch_Pwl_Sw Fully unlatched Active Active Active Secondary (first click) Active Inactive Active Primary (second click) Inactive Inactive Inactive
Do the switch states agree with the table?
Yes GO to D2 No GO to Pinpoint Test K - D2 CHECK THE MANUAL OPERATION OF THE LIFTGATE
- Turn the power liftgate off (disable) from the message center.
- While manually opening and closing the liftgate, check the liftgate for:
- Liftgate/wedge alignment
- Liftgate strut operation (strut should hold or push liftgate open when beyond half open)
- Power liftgate motor (should move freely while manually opening and closing liftgate and be securely mounted to the liftgate and bracket)
- Power liftgate latch (should latch completely)
Does the liftgate open and close correctly?
Yes GO to D3 No REPAIR as necessary. - D3 CHECK THE LIFTGATE LATCH AND STRIKER ALIGNMENT
- Inspect the striker and latch for correct alignment.
Is the latch and striker aligned correctly?
Yes GO to Pinpoint Test K No ALIGN the liftgate and striker. REFER to: Liftgate Alignment .