Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

DTC IS ACTIVE
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
3. Turn ignition off to the lock position.
4. Ignition on, engine not running.
5. Wait ten seconds.
6. With the scan tool, read DTCs.
  Is the status Active for this DTC?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2.
  No
  - Go To 3.
WRONG VIN PROGRAMMED IN PCM
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With the scan tool, read the VIN in the PCM.
3. Compare VIN in the PCM to the vehicle VIN.
  Is the correct VIN programmed in the PCM?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform ABS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to ABS VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Replace the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform PCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to appropriate PCM Verification Test .
COMMUNICATION DTCS PRESENT
1. Turn ignition off to the lock position.
2. With the scan tool, read DTCs in all other modules. If any communications DTCs are present, refer to the appropriate diagnostic procedure .
3. Perform any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
  Were any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform ABS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to ABS VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Test Complete.