Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- ACTIVE DTC
- Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.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 can result in possible serious or fatal injury.
NOTE:It may be necessary to test drive the vehicle in order for this DTC to set.
- With the scan tool, select View DTCs.
Is the DTC Active at this time?
Yes
- Go To 2.
No
- Perform the INTERMITTENT CONDITION Diagnostic Procedure. Refer to .
- Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.
- RADIATOR FAN HIGH RELAY NOTE:
Inspect the related Fuse.
- Turn the ignition off.
- Verify the Radiator Fan High Relay is installed properly and that the terminals are making a tight fit.
- Remove the Radiator Fan High Relay and substitute it with a known good Relay.
- Start the engine.
- With the scan tool, actuate the High Speed Cooling Fan Relay.
Is the Cooling Fan operating?
Yes
- Replace the Radiator Fan High Relay.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST , or POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .
No
- Go To 3.
- TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (TIPM)
- Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the Cooling Fan Module, TIPM and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
- Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched or partially broken wires.
- Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals. Verify that there is good pin to terminal contact in the Cooling Fan Module, TIPM and Powertrain Control Module connectors.
- Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
Were any problems found?
Yes
- Repair as necessary.
- Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST , or POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST - 6.7L .
No
- Replace the Totally Integrated Power Module in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .