Pinpoint Test A : The Audible Parking Aid Is Inoperative
- A1 PERFORM A NETWORK TEST
- Ignition ON.
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform a network test.
Do all modules pass the network test?
Yes GO to A2 No DIAGNOSE any communication concerns. REFER to: Communications Network . - A2 CHECK THE PAM (PARKING ASSIST CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS
- Using the diagnostic scan tool, perform the PAM self-test.
Are any PAM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) recorded?
Yes REFER to DTC Chart in this information. No GO to A3 - A3 CHECK FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) FROM THE IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) SELF-TEST
- Using the diagnostic scan tool, perform the IPC self-test.
Are any IPC Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) recorded?
Yes REFER to: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes . No GO to A4 - A4 CHECK FOR CORRECT GEAR INPUT
- Apply the parking brake.
- While monitoring the IPC PRNDL display, briefly select each gear in the entire gear range.
Does the IPC PRNDL indicator match the gear selection throughout the entire range?
Yes GO to A5 No REFER to: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes . - A5 CHECK THE AUDIO CHIMES
- Ignition OFF.
- Open the driver door.
- Place the headlamp switch in the ON position.
Does the warning chime operate through the audio system?
Yes GO to A6 No REFER to: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes . - A6 CHECK FOR DAMAGE TO ANY PARKING AID SENSORS
- Check for physical damage to the following:
- Front and/or rear parking aid sensors
- Front and/or rear bumper
Is there any physical damage?
Yes REPAIR or REPLACE the damaged components as required. If the concern is still present after the damage is repaired: For vehicles without active park assist, GO to A7 For vehicles with active park assist, GO to A8 No For vehicles without active park assist, GO to A7 For vehicles with active park assist, GO to A8 - Check for physical damage to the following:
- A7 CHECK FOR CORRECT BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect and inspect all BCM connectors.
- Repair:
- corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
- damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
- pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
- Reconnect the BCM connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.
- Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
Is the concern still present?
Yes CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, Refer to BCM GUIDED ROUTINE TESTING No The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues. - A8 CHECK FOR CORRECT PAM (PARKING ASSIST CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect and inspect all PAM connectors.
- Repair:
- corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
- damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
- pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
- Reconnect the PAM connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.
- Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
Is the concern still present?
Yes CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new PAM. REFER to: Parking Assist Control Module (PAM) . No The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.