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.

CHECK ENGINE ANTENNA CONNECTION
1. Gain access to the RF Hub connectors. Refer to MODULE, RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB), REMOVAL .
2. Disconnect and reconnect the Remote Start Antenna at the RF Hub module.
3. Using the scan tool, record and erase the DTCs.
4. Turn the ignition to the Lock position.
5. Start the engine and allow to run for 30 seconds.
6. Using the scan tool, read the active DTCs.
  Does the scan tool display; B1A76-13-REMOTE START ANTENNA CIRCUIT - CIRCUIT OPEN?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Test complete.
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
CHECK ANTENNA
1. Disconnect the Remote Start Antenna.
2. Replace the antenna with a known good antenna.
3. Turn the ignition to the Lock position.
4. Start the engine and allow to run for 30 seconds.
5. Using the scan tool, read the active DTCs.
  Does the scan tool display; B1A76-13-REMOTE START ANTENNA CIRCUIT - CIRCUIT OPEN?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the Radio Frequency Hub in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB), REMOVAL .
  - Perform the RADIO FREQUENCY HUB VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  No
  - Replace the Remote Start Antenna in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .