Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Dodge Caliber. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

VERIFY DTC IS ACTIVE
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. With the scan tool, read and record the ABS DTCs.
3. With the scan tool, read and record Environmental Data to help identify the conditions in which the DTC was set.
4. With the scan tool, erase the ABS DTCs.
5. Cycle the ignition switch.
6. With the scan tool, read the ABS DTCs.
  Does this DTC reset?
  
  Yes
  - Go to step 2
  No
  - The condition that caused the symptom is currently not present. Inspect the related wiring for a possible intermittent condition. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
  - Perform the ABS INTERMITTENT CONDITION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Antilock Brake (ABS) - Standard Procedure .
CHECK FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ACTIVE DTCs
1. With the scan tool, read all active DTCs from all CAN C Bus modules.
  NOTE: Check for CAN C hardware electrical, VIN Missing/Mismatch, battery or ignition related DTCs.
  
  Does the scan tool display any active DTCs related to the conditions listed above?
  
  Yes
  - Diagnose and repair the DTC Check the DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX .
  No
  - Go to step 3
CHECK IF TIPM DTCs ARE PRESENT
1. With the scan tool, read TIPM DTCs.
  Are any DTCs present?
  
  Yes
  - Diagnose and repair the DTC(s). Refer to DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) - Diagnosis and Testing .
  No
  - Go to step 4
VERIFY TIPM IS CONFIGURED CORRECTLY
1. With the scan tool, verify that the TIPM part number is correct for the vehicle and programmed correctly by selecting TIPM from ECU view then Misc Functions and Restore Vehicle Configuration
  Is the correct TIPM installed in the vehicle?
  
  No
  - Replace and program the TIPM in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) - Standard Procedure .
  Yes
  - Go to step 5
CHECK IF ECM OR PCM DTCs ARE PRESENT
1. With the scan tool, read ECM or PCM DTCs.
  Are any DTCs present?
  
  Yes
  - Diagnose and repair the DTC(s). Refer to DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Diagnosis and Testing .
  No
  - Go to step 6
VERIFY CORRECT ECM OR PCM IS INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE
1. With the scan tool, verify that the ECM or PCM part number is correct for the vehicle.
  Is the correct ECM or PCM installed in the vehicle?
  
  Yes
  - Go to step 7
  No
  - Replace and program the ECM or PCM in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
VERIFY ECM OR PCM IS PROGRAMMED WITH CORRECT VIN
1. With the scan tool, verify that the ECM or PCM is programmed with the correct VIN.
  Is the ECM or PCM programmed with the correct VIN?
  
  Yes
  - Go to step 8
  No
  - Using the scan tool, perform PCM Replaced to update the VIN in the PCM.
  - Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATION RELATED DTCs
1. With the scan tool, select Network View and select Advanced.
  Is there more than one module with active DTCs "Logged Against" the ECM or PCM?
  
  Yes
  - Replace/update the ECM or PCM in accordance with the service information.
  - Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
  No
  - Using the schematics as a guide, check the Anti-Lock Brake Module pins, terminals, and connectors for corrosion, damage, and terminal push out. Pay particular attention to all Communication circuits. If no problems are found, replace the Anti-Lock Brake Module in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform ABS VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Antilock Brake (ABS) - Standard Procedure .