Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 RAM ProMaster EV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- CHECK FOR ACTIVE DTC NOTE:
All Fobs used with this vehicle should be present during this test
- With the scan tool, read Body Control Module (BCM) DTCs and record on the repair order.
- Record the Environmental Data.
- With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
- Cycle the ignition switch from off to on at least five times, leaving the ignition on for a minimum of 90 seconds at each cycle.
- With the scan tool, read BCM DTCs.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Go To Next Step.
No
- Perform the TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS procedure. Refer to TESTING FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
- CONFIGURE THE IGNITION KEY NOTE:
Before performing this diagnostic test, ensure that there are no Aftermarket cell phone chargers, Aftermarket GPS devices or any other aftermarket electronic equipment/devices that will cause LF interference miscommunication between the LF Antennas and the Key Fob at 125 kHz. This will display a "FOB NOT DETECTED" message displayed in the Cluster.
- With the scan tool, program the suspected Ignition Key.
- With the scan tool, erase BCM DTCs.
- Cycle the ignition switch from off to on at least five times, leaving the ignition on for a minimum of 90 seconds at each cycle.
- With the scan tool, read the BCM DTCs.
Does the DTC return?
Yes
- Go To Next Step.
No
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
- Test complete.
- VERIFY PROGRAMMED (LEARNED) KEY FOB FOR THE VEHICLE WITH THE SCAN TOOL
- Ensure that the suspect Key Fob is being used.
- With the scan tool, select RF HUB, Misc Functions, and perform the "Key Fob Identification" routine.
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Does the scan tool verify that the correct Key Fob is programmed (learned) to the vehicle?
Yes
- Go To Next Step.
No
- Not Learned. The Key Fob being tested is already programmed to another vehicle. Replace the Key Fob, program per Service Information, and recheck operation
- Perform the RADIO FREQUENCY HUB (RF-HUB) VERIFICATION TEST.
Refer to RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB) VERIFICATION TEST
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- CHECK RELATED HARNESS CONNECTIONS
- Disconnect all BCM harness connectors.
- Disconnect all related in-line harness connections (if equipped).
- Disconnect the related component harness connectors.
- 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.
- Reconnect all BCM harness connectors. Be certain that all harness connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
- Reconnect all in-line harness connectors (if equipped). Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
- Reconnect all related component harness connectors. Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
- With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
- Using the recorded Environmental Data, along with the When Monitored and Set Conditions above, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
- With the scan tool, read BCM DTCs.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Replace the Body Control Module (BCM) in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, BODY CONTROL (BCM), REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
- Test complete.