Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. 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 the appropriate Power Lock/Unlock System diagnosis.
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 DTCS
Does the WCM/WIN display any DTCs?

Yes
- Perform the appropriate WCM/WIN diagnosis.
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.
  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
1. Pull Antenna connector off WCM/WIN. 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 the appropriate WCM/WIN diagnostics.
RKE FUNCTION INSIDE VEHICLE
1. Disconnect the Antenna COAX Cable lead connector to WCM/WIN.
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
1. Connect the Antenna Lead to WCM/WIN.
2. Disconnect the WCM/WIN harness connector.
3. Using the appropriate wiring diagrams, check for Fused B+ at the WCM/WIN harness connector.
  Is Fused B+ present?
  
  Yes
  - Perform the appropriate WCM/WIN diagnostics.
  No
  - Repair the appropriate circuits.