PINPOINT TEST F: The Adaptive Cruise Control Does Not Function In Rain Or Snow

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F1 INSPECT THE FRONT BUMPER COVER FOR DAMAGE
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to JACKING AND LIFTING , Lifting Points.
- Inspect the front and back of the front bumper cover for damage.
Is the front bumper cover damaged?
1. Yes : REPAIR or INSTALL a new front bumper cover as necessary. If installing a new front bumper cover, REFER to BUMPER COVER - FRONT .
2. No : GO to F2 .
F2 INSPECT THE C-CM AND FRONT BUMPER COVER FOR DEBRIS, MOISTURE, SNOW OR ICE
- Inspect for debris, moisture, snow or ice on the front and back of the front bumper cover and sensor.
Is the C-CM obstructed or blocked?
1. Yes : CLEAN the front bumper cover and radar sensor portion as necessary.
2. No : GO to F3 .
F3 INSPECT THE C-CM BRACKET FOR CORRECT MOUNTING
- Inspect the C-CM for loose mounting or damage at the 3 mounting points.
Is the C-CM bracket loose or damaged?
1. Yes : Correctly INSTALL the bracket or INSTALL new grommets as necessary. ALIGN the sensor. Refer to CRUISE CONTROL MODULE (C-CM) (WITH SENSOR) ADJUSTMENT .
2. No : GO to F4 .
F4 CARRY OUT THE VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL ALIGNMENT
- Carry out the alignment procedures for the C-CM . Refer to CRUISE CONTROL MODULE (C-CM) (WITH SENSOR) ADJUSTMENT
Is the concern still present?
1. Yes : INSTALL a new C-CM . Refer to CRUISE-CONTROL MODULE (C-CM) .
2. No : The system is operating correctly. The condition was caused by misalignment.