Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 RAM 3500 HD and 2016 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- TEST FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITION NOTE:
Check for any TSB(s) related to the condition. If a TSB applies, perform the procedure outlined in the TSB before continuing.
- Turn the ignition on.NOTE:
Make sure the battery is fully charged.
- With the scan tool, read the module status.NOTE:
Check the BCM for any active CAN hardware DTCs. If any are present, perform the appropriate DTC test before proceeding. Refer to the DTC INDEX - 2500 HD & 3500 HD article.
Does the scan tool indicate that the PDM module is active on the bus?
Yes
- The no response condition is not present at this time. Using the wiring diagrams as a guide, check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals, and correct pin tension.
No
- Go To 2
- Turn the ignition on.
- CHECK THE (A925) FUSED B(+) CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN OR SHORT
NOTE:
Leave the scan tool connected and on the initial network screen.
- Turn the ignition off.
- Disconnect the Passenger Door Module C3 harness connector.
- Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the (A925) Fused B (+) circuit.
Does the test light illuminate brightly?
Yes
- Go To 3
No
- Repair the open or short in the (A925) Fused B (+) circuit.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- CHECK THE (Z911) GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
- Using a 12-volt test light connected to 12-volts, check the (Z911) Ground circuit.
Does the test light illuminate brightly?
Yes
- Go To 4
No
- Repair the open in the (Z911) Ground circuit.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Using a 12-volt test light connected to 12-volts, check the (Z911) Ground circuit.
- CHECK THE CAN IHS BUS VOLTAGE AT THE MODULE
- Using a DVOM measure the voltage of the (D214) CAN Interior Bus (125K) (-) circuit at Passenger Door Module C3 harness connector and compare to Service Information. Refer to COMMUNICATION, OPERATION .
- Using a DVOM measure the voltage of the (D213) CAN Interior Bus (125K) (+) circuit at Passenger Door Module C3 harness connector and compare to Service Information. Refer to COMMUNICATION, OPERATION
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Do the voltages found indicate the CAN IHS Bus is active, when compared to Service Information?
Yes
- Replace the Passenger Door Module in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, DOOR, REMOVAL .
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
No
- Repair the open or short in the (D213) or (D214) CAN Interior Bus (125K) circuit. Inspect the connector for damage.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .