Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 RAM 3500 HD and 2015 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool, record and then erase the DTCs.
- Using the scan tool locate and then perform the Remote Start Antenna test found in the RF Hub under the System Test tab.
Is the DTC active?
Yes
- Go To 2
No
- The condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are 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 and repair as necessary. If no problems are found, test complete.
- CHECK RF HUB ANTENNA CONNECTION
- Gain access to the RF Hub connectors. Refer to MODULE, RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB), REMOVAL
.NOTE:
When viewing the RF Hub connections make sure all connectors were connected, and are not damaged before proceeding. If there were any connectors not connected or damaged to the RF Hub correct this condition before proceeding.
- Disconnect and reconnect the Remote Start Antenna cable/harness at the RF Hub Module.
- Using the scan tool locate and then perform the Remote Start Antenna test found in the RF Hub under the System Test tab.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Go To 3
No
- The condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are 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 and repair as necessary. If no problems are found, test complete.
- Gain access to the RF Hub connectors. Refer to MODULE, RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB), REMOVAL
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- CHECK REMOTE START ANTENNA CONNECTION
- Gain access to the Remote Start Antenna connection. Refer to ANTENNA, REMOTE START, REMOVAL
.NOTE:
When viewing the Remote Start Antenna connections make sure all connectors were connected, and are not damaged before proceeding. If the Remote Start Antenna was not connected or damaged correct this condition before proceeding.
- Disconnect and reconnect the Remote Start Antenna from the cable/harness.
- Using the scan tool locate and then perform the Remote Start Antenna test found in the RF Hub under the System Test tab.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Replace the Radio Frequency Hub in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB), REMOVAL .
- Perform the RADIO FREQUENCY HUB VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
No
- Go To 4
- Gain access to the Remote Start Antenna connection. Refer to ANTENNA, REMOTE START, REMOVAL
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- CHECK THE REMOTE START ANTENNA
- Replace the Remote Start Antenna in accordance with the Service Information.
- Using the scan tool locate and then perform the Remote Start Antenna test found in the RF Hub under the System Test tab.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Go To 5
No
- Test complete.
- CHECK THE REMOTE START ANTENNA CABLE/HARNESS
- Replace the Remote Start Antenna cable/harness in accordance with the Service Information.
- Using the scan tool locate and then perform the Remote Start Antenna test found in the RF Hub under the System Test tab.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Replace the Radio Frequency Hub in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB), REMOVAL .
- Perform the RADIO FREQUENCY HUB VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
No
- The condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are 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 and repair as necessary. If no problems are found, test complete.