Pinpoint Test D: No Power In Start
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NOTE:
Use the Flex Probe Kit for all test connections to prevent damage to the wiring terminals. Do not use standard multi-meter probes.
- D1 CHECK THE IGNITION SWITCH
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: Ignition Switch C250.
- Carry out the IGNITION SWITCH . Refer to OEM WIRING DIAGRAMS for component testing.
- Is the ignition switch OK?
- Yes : REINSTALL the ignition switch and CONNECT the ignition switch connector removed during the component test. GO to D2.
- No : INSTALL a new ignition switch. REFER to IGNITION SWITCH . TEST the system for normal operation.
- D2 CHECK THE START CIRCUIT TO THE BCM FOR VOLTAGE
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: BCM C2280B.
- Measure the voltage between BCM C2280B-47, circuit CDC35 (BU/WH), harness side and ground, while holding the key in the START position.
- Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?
- Yes : GO to D3.
- No : REPAIR circuit CDC35 (BU/WH) for an open. TEST the system for normal operation.
- D3 CHECK THE START CIRCUIT TO THE PCM FOR VOLTAGE
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: PCM C1551B (3.5L), C175B (3.7L) or C1381B (5.0L/6.2L).
- For 3.5L, measure the voltage between PCM C1551B-47, circuit CDC35 (BU/WH), harness side and ground, while holding the key in the START position.
- For 3.7L, 5.0L and 6.2L, measure the voltage between PCM C175B-16 or C1381B-16, circuit CDC35 (BU/WH), harness side and ground, while holding the key in the START position.
- Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?
- Yes : REFER to STARTING SYSTEM to diagnose the starting system. TEST the system for normal operation.
- No : REPAIR circuit CDC35 (BU/WH) for an open. TEST the system for normal operation.