Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. With the scan tool, read DTCs and record on vehicle work order.
3. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
4. Cycle the ignition from off to on.
5. With the scan tool, read the DTCs.
  Is the DTC active at this time?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Go To 3
CHECK FOR DTCS IN THE IPC
1. With the scan tool, read IPC in the CCN.
  Is the IPC reporting any DTCs?
  
  Yes
  - Perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .
  No
  - Replace the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Module in accordance with the service information. Refer to GEAR, INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION, REMOVAL .
  - Perform the EPS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
CHECK THE WIRING AND CONNECTORS
1. The conditions necessary to set the DTC are not present at this time.
2. With the scan tool, check the Environmental Data to help identify the conditions in which the DTC was set.
3. 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.
4. Wiggle the wiring and connectors while checking for shorted and open circuits.
  Were there any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform the EPS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  No
  - Test complete.