Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Dodge Durango. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK FOR RELATED DTCS
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With the scan tool, read HVACR DTCs.
  Are there any Door Control Circuit Short to Voltage, Short to Ground or Open DTCs present?
  
  Yes
  - Refer to DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure.
  No
  - Go To 2
CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC
1. With the scan tool, read HVACR DTCs and record on the repair order.
2. Record the Environmental Data.
3. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
4. Using the recorded Environmental Data, along with the When Monitored and Set Conditions above, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
5. With the scan tool, read HVACR DTCs.
  Did the DTC return?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 3
  No
  - Perform the HVAC VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to HVAC VERIFICATION TEST .
PERFORM HVAC ACTUATOR CALIBRATION TEST
1. With the scan tool, perform the HVAC Actuator Calibration Test.
  Did this DTC change from Stored to Active while performing the HVAC Actuator Calibration Test?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 4
  No
  - Perform the HVAC VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to HVAC VERIFICATION TEST .
CHECK THE REAR MODE DOOR
1. Remove the Rear Mode Door Actuator and check the Rear Mode Door stops, linkage (stripped or cracked) and door. Refer to ACTUATOR, MODE DOOR, REMOVAL .
  Were there any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair or replace the Rear Mode Door as necessary in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to HOUSING, HVAC, REMOVAL .
  - Perform the HVAC VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to HVAC VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Go To 5
CHECK THE REAR MODE DOOR ACTUATOR
1. Remove the Rear Mode Door Actuator and check the Rear Mode Door stops, linkage (stripped or cracked) and door. Refer to ACTUATOR, MODE DOOR, REMOVAL .
2. With the scan tool, erase HVAC DTCs and perform the HVAC Actuator Calibration Test.
  Did this DTC reset?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 6
  No
  - Test complete.
  - Perform the HVAC VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to HVAC VERIFICATION TEST .
CHECK RELATED HARNESS CONNECTIONS
1. Disconnect all HVACR Module harness connectors.
2. Disconnect all related in-line harness connections (if equipped).
3. Disconnect the related component harness connectors.
4. Inspect harness connectors, component connectors, and all male and female terminals for the following conditions:
  - Proper connector installation.
  - Damaged connector locks.
  - Corrosion.
  - Other signs of water intrusion.
  - Weather seal damage (if equipped).
  - Bent terminals.
  - Overheating due to a poor connection (terminal may be discolored due to excessive current draw).
  - Terminals that have been pushed back into the connector cavity.
  - Perform a terminal drag test on each connector terminal to verify proper terminal tension.
  Repair any conditions that are found.
5. Reconnect all HVACR Module harness connectors. Be certain that all harness connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
6. Reconnect all in-line harness connectors (if equipped). Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
7. Reconnect all related component harness connectors. Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
8. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
9. Using the recorded Environmental Data, along with the When Monitored and Set Conditions above, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
10. With the scan tool, read HVACR Module DTCs.
  Did the DTC return?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the HVACR Module in accordance with the Service information. Refer to MODULE, HVAC, REMOVAL .
  - Perform the HVAC VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to HVAC VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Perform the HVAC VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to HVAC VERIFICATION TEST .
  - Test complete.