Diagnostic Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

VEHICLE SHIFTS FROM PARK WITHOUT BRAKE DEPRESSED - DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

TEST	ACTION
1	NOTE: Diagnose and repair any PCM, CAB, TCM, Communication, or other MIC DTCs before proceeding with this test. NOTE: Ensure that the mechanical shifter assembly and linkage is operating properly. With the DRBIII(R), read DTCs.Does the DRBIII(R) display any DTCs? Yes --> Refer to the necessary diagnostic category and perform the appropriate symptom. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . No --> Go To 2
2	Turn the ignition off. Disconnect the BTSI Solenoid harness connector. Disconnect the Brake Lamp Switch harness connector. Disconnect the PCM C3 harness connector. Disconnect the CAB C1 harness connector. Measure the resistance of the Brake Sense circuit between the CAB C1 connector and the PCM C3 connector. Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms? Yes --> Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, repair the Brake Sense circuit for an open between the CAB C1 harness connector and the PCM C3 harness connector. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . No --> Go To 3
3	Turn the ignition off. Disconnect the BTSI Solenoid harness connector. Disconnect the PCM C3 harness connector. Disconnect the CAB C1 harness connector. Disconnect the Brake Lamp Switch harness connector. Measure the resistance of the Brake Sense circuit between the PCM C3 connector and the BTSI Solenoid connector. Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms? Yes --> Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, repair the Brake Sense circuit for an open between the PCM C3 harness connector and the BTSI Solenoid harness connector. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 . No --> Replace the BTSI Solenoid in accordance with the Service Information. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .