Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)

Turn the ignition on.
With the scan tool, read Transmission Control Module (TCM) DTCs and record on the repair order.
Is this DTC active?

Yes
- Perform the NO RESPONSE FROM ESM (ELECTRONIC SHIFT MODULE) diagnostic procedure. Refer to NO RESPONSE FROM ESM (ELECTRONIC SHIFT MODULE) 8-SPEED .
No
- Perform the STORED LOST COMMUNICATION DTCS diagnostic procedure. Refer to STORED LOST COMMUNICATION DTCS .