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Pinpoint Test D: No Power In Start

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CAUTION: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
  1. D1 CHECK CIRCUIT CDC35 (BU/WH) FOR VOLTAGE 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: Smart Junction Box (SJB) C2280b.
    • Key in START position.
    • Measure the voltage between SJB C2280b-30, circuit CDC35 (BU/WH), harness side and ground while turning the key to the crank position.
      Fig 1: Checking Circuit CDC35 (BU/WH) For Voltage
      G04679870Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the voltage greater than 10 volts? 

    Yes  : GO to  D3.

    No  : GO to D2.

  2. D2 CHECK CIRCUIT CDC35 (BU/WH) FOR AN OPEN OR A SHORT TO GROUND 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: Ignition Switch C250.
    • Measure the resistance between:
      • Ignition switch C250-7, circuit CDC35 (BU/WH), harness side and SJB C2280b-30, circuit CDC35 (BU/WH), harness side.
      • SJB C2280b-30, circuit CDC35 (BU/WH), harness side and ground.
        Fig 2: Checking Circuit CDC35 (BU/WH) For Open Or Short To Ground
        G04679871Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Are the resistances less than 5 ohms between the ignition switch and the SJB, and greater than 10,000 ohms between the SJB and ground? 

    Yes  : GO to D3.

    No  : REPAIR the circuit. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.

  3. D3 CHECK FOR CORRECT SJB OPERATION 
    • Inspect the SJB connectors.
    • Check for:
      • Corrosion.
      • Pushed-out pins.
    • Connect all the SJB connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  : INSTALL a new SJB. REFER to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES .

    No  : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.