Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 RAM 3500 HD and 2014 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE NOTE:
This DTC must be active for the results of this test to be valid.
- Perform any Service Bulletins that may apply.
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool, record and erase the DTCs.
- Cycle the ignition switch from off to on.
- With the scan tool, read ABS DTCs.
Is the DTC active at this time?
Yes
- Go To 2
No
- Perform the ABS-INTERMITTENT CONDITION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- CHECK FOR STEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULE (SCCM) DTCS PRESENT
- With the scan tool, read the DTCs.
Are there any SCCM DTCs present?
Yes
- Perform the appropriate diagnostic procedures. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .
No
- Go To 3
- With the scan tool, read the DTCs.
- CHECK OTHER MODULES FOR CAN BUS DTCS
- With the scan tool, read DTCs.
Are there any CAN BUS DTCs present?
Yes
- Using the schematics as a guide, check the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) pins, terminals, and connectors for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Pay particular attention to all power and ground circuits. If no problems are found, replace the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, STEERING COLUMN, REMOVAL .
No
- Using the schematics as a guide, check the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module pins, terminals, and connectors for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Pay particular attention to all power and ground circuits. If no problems are found, replace the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM, REMOVAL .
- Perform the ABS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- With the scan tool, read DTCs.