Diagnostic Test

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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) IS ACTIVE
NOTE:
If P0615, P0616 or P0617 has set along with this DTC, diagnose those DTCs first before continuing.
1. Turn the Ignition on, engine not running.
2. Using the scan tool, select View DTCs.
  Is the status Active for this DTC?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Refer to the appropriate Testing & Diagnostics article in Engine Performance and perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION diagnostic procedure.
STARTER CONTROL OUTPUT OPERATION

Fig 1: Probing Starter Control Output Circuit Using 12-Volt Test Light
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Disconnect the Starter (1-way) harness connector.
3. Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the (T750) Starter Control Output circuit in the Starter (1-way) harness connector.
  WARNING:
  When the engine is operating, do not stand in direct line with the fan. Do not put your hands near the pulleys, belts or fan. Do not wear loose clothing. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.
4. Crank the engine and monitor the test light.
  NOTE:
  The test light should be illuminated and bright. Compare the brightness to that of a direct connection to the battery.
  
  Does the test light illuminate brightly?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the Starter in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to the appropriate Testing & Diagnostics article in Engine Performance .
  No
  - Go To 3
(T750) STARTER CONTROL OUTPUT CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND

Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Ground & Starter Control Output Circuit
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1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Disconnect the TIPM C10 harness connector.
3. Measure the resistance between ground and the (T750) Starter Control Output circuit at the TIPM C10 harness connector.
  Is the resistance below 100 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the short to ground in the (T750) Starter Control Output circuit.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to the appropriate Testing & Diagnostics article in Engine Performance .
  No
  - Go To 4
TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE
NOTE:
Before continuing, check the TIPM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage or terminal push out. Repair as necessary.
1. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wire harness and connectors.
2. Pay particular attention to all Power and Ground circuits.
  Were any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to the appropriate Testing & Diagnostics article in Engine Performance .
  No
  - Replace the Totally Integrated Power Module in accordance with the Service Information.
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .