Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 RAM 3500 HD and 2013 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

VERIFY THE IS ACTIVE
1. Perform any Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) that may apply.
2. Ignition on, engine not running.
3. With the scan tool, read and record the ABS DTCs.
4. With the scan tool, read and record Environmental Data (EV Data).
5. With the scan tool, erase ABS DTCs.
  WARNING:
  To avoid possible serious or fatal injury, check brake capability is available before road testing.
6. Test drive the vehicle by turning the vehicle left or right in a curving manner at a velocity between 15 and 35 km/h (9 and 22 mph).
7. Park the vehicle on level ground.
8. With the scan tool, read the ABS DTCs.
  Is the DTC active at this time?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Perform the ABS-INTERMITTENT CONDITION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE
1. Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
2. Replace the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER, REMOVAL .
3. Perform the ABS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
4. Test drive the vehicle on mainly straight road conditions at a velocity between 15 and 35 km/h (9 and 22 mph).
5. With the scan tool, read the DTCs.
  Does the DTC remain active?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM, REMOVAL .
  - Perform the ABS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  No
  - Test complete.