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.

DETERMINE ACTIVE OR STORED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)
Is the DTC active or stored?

WIN - ACTIVE DTC
- Go To 2.
WIN - STORED DTC
- Perform the WIRELESS IGNITION NODE (WIN) INTERMITTENT TEST. Refer to Standard Procedure .
CHECK THE VIN STORED IN THE PCM
1. Using the scan tool, compare the VIN that is stored in the PCM to the VIN of the vehicle's VIN plate.
  Does the VIN stored in the PCM match the vehicle's VIN?
  
  Yes
  - Replace and program the Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to RECEIVER, Wireless Ignition Node , Removal .
  - Perform the WIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to Standard Procedure .
  No
  - Replace the Powertrain Control Module in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, Powertrain Control , Removal MODULE, Powertrain Control, 6.7L Diesel [ETJ] , Removal .
  - Perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST for 1500, 2500 & 3500, or BODY VERIFICATION TEST for 3500 CAB & CHASSIS, 4500 & 5500 .