Diagnostic Test

VEHICLE HISTORY AND SERVICE BULLETIN INVESTIGATION
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With a scan tool, read DTCs and record the related Freeze Frame data if any DTC(s) are present.
3. Whether or not any DTC(s) are present you will want to check the following items which may assist in repairing the customer's complaint successfully.
4. Check the vehicles repair history.
5. If the vehicle has a repair history that pertains to the customer's current complaint, review the repair.
6. Inspect the vehicle for any aftermarket accessories that may have been installed incorrectly.
7. Check for any service bulletin(s) related to the customer's complaint or DTC(s).
8. If a service bulletin applies, follow the instructions per the service bulletin.
  Choose the following scenario that best applies.
  
  The service bulletin repaired the customer's complaint.
  - Testing complete.
  A DTC is present, no service bulletins apply, or the service bulletin didn't repair the customer's complaint.
  - Go to step 2.
ACTIVE DTC
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With a scan tool, read DTCs.
  Is the DTC active at this time?
  
  Yes
  - Go to step 3
  No
  - Refer to the INTERMITTENT CONDITION Diagnostic Procedure.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure
NVLD SOLENOID
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Disconnect the NVLD electrical harness connector.
3. Measure the resistance of the NVLD Solenoid Coil.
  Is the resistance between 7.5 to 8.5 ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Go to step 4
  No
  - Replace the NVLD Assembly.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure
(K106) NVLD SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND

Fig 1: Checking NVLD Solenoid Control Circuit
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
1. Disconnect the C3 PCM harness connector.
2. Measure the resistance between ground and the (K106) NVLD Solenoid Control circuit in the NVLD electrical harness connector.
  Is the resistance below 100 ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the short to ground in the (K106) NVLD Solenoid Control circuit.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure
  No
  - Go to step 5
PCM
NOTE: Before continuing, check the PCM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Repair as necessary.
1. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wire harness and connectors. Pay particular attention to all Power and Ground circuits.
  Were there any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure
  No
  - Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module per Service Information.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure