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.

LOCK/UNLOCK FUNCTION
NOTE:
For all RKE tests, the key must be out of the ignition.

Does the Lock/Unlock function with the interior door switches?

Yes
- Go To 2
No
- Perform Power Lock/Unlock System diagnosis. Refer to appropriate Electrical Diagnostics article.
RKE FUNCTION AT 20 FEET
Does the RKE Function at 20 feet?

Yes
- Go To 3
No
- Go To 4
RKE FUNCTION AT 100 FEET
Does the RKE Function at 100 feet?

Yes
- Test complete.
No
- Replace the antenna in accordance with the Service Information.
WCM/WIN/RF-HUB DTCS
Does the WCM/WIN/RF-HUB display any DTCs?

Yes
- Perform WCM/WIN/RF-HUB diagnosis. Refer to appropriate Electrical Diagnostics article.
No
- Go To 5
RKE FUNCTION INSIDE VEHICLE
1. Sit inside the vehicle.
2. Push the Key Fob RKE Lock/Unlock buttons.
  Does the RKE Lock/Unlock work?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 6
  No
  - Go To 9
ANTENNA COAX CABLE NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED
1. Pull on the Antenna COAX cable connector at the WCM/WIN/RF-HUB.
  Did the connector come off without releasing the lock tab (not properly seated)?
  
  Yes
  - Connect Antenna.
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Go To 7
VERIFY COAX CONNECTION AT WCM/WIN/RF-HUB
1. Pull Antenna connector off WCM/WIN/RF-HUB. Verify no bent pins.
  Are there any bent pins?
  
  Yes
  - Replace antenna.
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Go To 8
PINCHED WIRE
1. Inspect the ANTENNA Lead COAX Cable for a pinched wire.
  Has the COAX cable been pinched or damaged?
  
  Yes
  - Replace antenna.
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Perform WCM/WIN/RF-HUB diagnostics. Refer to appropriate Electrical Diagnostics article.
RKE FUNCTION INSIDE VEHICLE
1. Disconnect the Antenna COAX Cable lead connector to WCM/WIN/RF-HUB.
2. Sit inside the vehicle. Push the RKE Key Fob Lock/Unlock buttons.
  Does the RKE Lock/Unlock work?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the antenna.
  No
  - Go To 10
CHECK FOR 12 VOLTS AT WCM/WIN/RF-HUB
1. Connect the Antenna Lead to WCM/WIN/RF-HUB.
2. Disconnect the WCM/WIN/RF-HUB harness connector.
3. Using the appropriate wiring diagrams, check for Fused B+ at the WCM/WIN/RF-HUB harness connector.
  Is Fused B+ present?
  
  Yes
  - Perform WCM/WIN/RF-HUB diagnostics. Refer to appropriate Electrical Diagnostics article.
  No
  - Repair the appropriate circuits.