Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

TEST FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITION
NOTE:
Check for any TSB(s) related to the condition. If a TSB applies, perform the procedure outlined in the TSB before continuing.
1. Turn the ignition on.
  NOTE:
  Make sure the battery is fully charged.
2. With the scan tool, read the module status.
  NOTE:
  Check the BCM for any active CAN hardware DTCs. If any are present, perform the appropriate DTC test before proceeding. Refer to DTC INDEX - 1500 .
  
  Does the scan tool indicate that the PDM module is active on the bus?
  
  Yes
  - The no response condition is not present at this time. Using the wiring diagrams as a guide, check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals, and correct pin tension.
  No
  - Go To 2
CHECK THE (A925) FUSED B(+) CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN OR SHORT

Fig 1: Checking Fused B(+) Circuit For An Open Or Short
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC

NOTE:
Leave the scan tool

connected

and on the initial network screen.
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Disconnect the Passenger Door Module C3 harness connector.
3. Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the (A925) Fused B(+) circuit.
  Does the test light illuminate brightly?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 3
  No
  - Repair the open or short in the (A925) Fused B(+) circuit.
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
CHECK THE (Z909) GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Fig 2: Checking Ground Circuit For An Open
Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
1. Using a 12-volt test light connected to 12-volts, check the (Z909) Ground circuit.
  Does the test light illuminate brightly?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 4
  No
  - Repair the open in the (Z909) Ground circuit.
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
CHECK THE CAN IHS BUS VOLTAGE AT THE MODULE
1. Using a DVOM measure the voltage of the (D214) CAN Interior Bus (125K) (-) circuit at Passenger Door Module C3 harness connector and compare to Service Information. Refer to COMMUNICATION, OPERATION .
2. Using a DVOM measure the voltage of the (D213) CAN Interior Bus (125K) (+) circuit at Passenger Door Module C3 harness connector and compare to Service Information. Refer to COMMUNICATION, OPERATION .
  Do the voltages found indicate the CAN IHS Bus is active, when compared to Service Information?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the Passenger Door Module in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, DOOR, REMOVAL .
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  No
  - Repair the open or short in the (D265) or (D264) CAN Interior Bus (125K) circuit. Inspect the connector for damage.
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .