Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 RAM Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- ACTIVE DTC NOTE:
For vehicle communication problems, use the scan tool to refer to the Network Review Screen. The screen depicts a high level view of the vehicle network. Fault and problem areas appear in red. Selecting any of the network components allows access to the source of the problem.
- Ignition on, engine not running.
- With a scan tool, select View PCM DTCs.
Is the status Active for this DTC?
Yes
- Go To 2.
No
- Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION diagnostic procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
- U0141-LOST COMMUNICATION WITH IPM (FCM/TIPM) ALSO ACTIVE
- With the scan tool, select View DTCs.
Is the U0141-LOST COMMUNICATION WITH IPM (FCM/TIPM) also set?
Yes
- Perform the U0141-Lost Communication with IPM (FCM/TIPM) diagnostic procedure. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .
No
- Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, POWERTRAIN CONTROL, REMOVAL .
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
- With the scan tool, select View DTCs.