Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK FOR ACTIVE DTC
NOTE:
If other EGR related DTCs are present and active, repair those DTCs before proceeding.
1. Start the engine and test drive the vehicle.
2. With the scan tool, View all active DTCs.
  Is the DTC Active?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION diagnostic procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT DTC .
CLEAN THE EGR VALVE
NOTE:
EGR cleaning is critical to ensure proper valve operation. Failure to properly clean the EGR valve can result in misdiagnosis and unnecessary component replacement.

Reconnect the PCM C1 harness connector.
1. Remove and clean the EGR Valve in accordance with the service information.
2. Install the EGR valve.
3. Turn the ignition on.
4. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
5. Turn the ignition off for 75 seconds.
6. Test Drive the vehicle.
  Did the DTC return?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 3
  No
  - Repair complete.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to PCM VERIFICATION TEST .
REPLACE THE EGR VALVE
1. Replace the EGR Valve in accordance with the service information.
2. Turn the ignition on.
3. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
4. Turn the ignition off for 75 seconds.
5. Test drive the vehicle
6. Using the scan tool, monitor for DTCs.
  Did the DTC return?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the Powertrain Control Module in accordance with the service information. Refer to REMOVAL .
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to PCM VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Repair complete.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to PCM VERIFICATION TEST .