Diagnostic Test
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- ACTIVE DTC NOTE: Diagnose all CAN B and C communication DTCs before continuing.
- Turn the ignition on.
- With a scan tool, view DTCs.
Is the status Active for this DTC?
Yes
- Go to step 2
No
- Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION diagnostic procedure. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
- TIPM COMMUNICATION RELATED DTCS IN OTHER MODULES
- With a scan tool check for TIPM communication related DTCs in other modules on the CAN Bus.
Are there any TIPM/FCM communication related DTCs in other modules on the CAN Bus at this time?
Yes
- Replace and program the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
No
- Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform the PCM Verification Test. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Powertrain Control (PCM) - Standard Procedure .
- With a scan tool check for TIPM communication related DTCs in other modules on the CAN Bus.