Pinpoint Test J : The Steering Column Is Always Or Never Locked

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Refer to Passive Anti-Theft System for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operation and Fault Conditions

REFER to: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components - System Operation and Component Description .

DTC Fault Trigger Conditions

DTC	Description	Fault Trigger Condition
BCM B1026:87	Steering Column Lock: Missing Message	Sets when the BCM detects no messages from the steering column lock module.
BCM B1026:92	Steering Column Lock: Performance Or Incorrect Operation	Sets when the BCM detects messages from the steering column lock module when the BCM has not activated the steering column lock module relay.
BCM B1184:11	Steering Column Lock Output: Circuit Short To Ground	Sets when the BCM detects a short to ground from the steering column lock module relay control circuit.
BCM B1184:15	Steering Column Lock Output: Circuit Short To Battery Or Open	Sets when the BCM detects a short to voltage or an open from the steering column lock module relay control circuit.

Possible Sources

Fuse
Wiring, terminals or connectors
Steering column lock module relay
Steering column lock module
BCM

Visual Inspection and Pre-checks

Inspect BJB fuse 5 (20A).

NOTE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.

J1 CHECK FOR BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) B1184:11 OR B1184:14
- Ignition ON.
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the BCM self-test.
Is DTC B1184:11 or B1184:14 present?

Yes GO to J2

No GO to J7

J2 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE RELAY (DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) B1184:11 OR B1184:14)
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect Steering Column Lock Module Relay.
- Carry out the component test on the steering column lock module relay. Refer to OEM WIRING DIAGRAMS COMPONENT TESTING for schematic and connector information.
Did the steering column lock module relay pass the component test?

Yes GO to J3

No INSTALL a new steering column lock module relay.

J3 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE RELAY COIL GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Ignition OFF.

Disconnect Steering Column Lock Module Relay.

Connect:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY Steering column lock module relay, cavity 3	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY Steering column lock module relay, cavity 2

Does the test lamp illuminate?

Yes

GO to J4

No	REPAIR the circuit.

J4 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE RELAY COIL CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

Ignition OFF.

Disconnect BCM C2280E.

Ignition ON.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY Steering column lock module relay, cavity 1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is any voltage present?

Yes	REPAIR the circuit.

GO to J5

J5 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE RELAY COIL CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND

Ignition OFF.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY Steering column lock module relay, cavity 1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is the resistance greater than 10, 000 ohms?

Yes

GO to J6

No	REPAIR the circuit.

J6 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE RELAY COIL CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY Steering column lock module relay, cavity 1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Refer to C2280E-12

Is the resistance less than 3 ohms?

Yes

GO to J15

No	REPAIR the circuit.

J7 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE RELAY
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect Steering Column Lock Module Relay.
- Carry out the component test on the steering column lock module relay. Refer to OEM WIRING DIAGRAMS COMPONENT TESTING for schematic and connector information.
Did the steering column lock module relay pass the component test?

Yes GO to J8

No INSTALL a new steering column lock module relay.

J8 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE RELAY VOLTAGE SUPPLY CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Ignition OFF.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY Steering column lock module relay, cavity 3	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is the voltage greater than 11 volts?

Yes

GO to J9

No	VERIFY the BJB fuse 5 (20A) is OK. If OK, REPAIR the circuit. If not OK, REFER to OEM Electrical Wiring Diagram Introduction to identify the possible cause of the circuit short.

J9 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE VOLTAGE SUPPLY CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

Disconnect Steering Column Lock Module C2434.

Ignition ON.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY Steering column lock module relay, cavity 5	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is any voltage present?

Yes	REPAIR the circuit.

GO to J10

J10 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE VOLTAGE SUPPLY CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Ignition OFF.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY Steering column lock module relay, cavity 5	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C2434-1

Is the resistance less than 3 ohms?

Yes

GO to J11

No	REPAIR the circuit.

J11 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Ignition OFF.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C2434-3	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is the resistance less than 3 ohms?

Yes

GO to J12

No	REPAIR the circuit.

J12 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE LIN (LOCAL INTERCONNECT NETWORK) CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

Ignition ON.

Disconnect BCM C2280D.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C2434-2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is any voltage present?

Yes	REPAIR the circuit.

GO to J13

J13 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE LIN (LOCAL INTERCONNECT NETWORK) CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND

Connect BCM C2280D.

Ignition OFF.

Disconnect BCM C2280D.

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C2434-2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

Is the resistance greater than 10, 000 ohms?

Yes

GO to J14

No	REPAIR the circuit.

J14 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE LIN (LOCAL INTERCONNECT NETWORK) CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Measure:

Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
C2434-2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Refer to C2280D-36

Is the resistance less than 3 ohms?

Yes	INSTALL a new steering column lock module. REFER to: Steering Column Lock Module . TEST the system for normal operation. If the concern is still present, GO to J15

No	REPAIR the circuit.

J15 CHECK FOR CORRECT BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION

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 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs). If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) address this concern, INSTALL a new BCM. REFER to: Body Control Module (BCM) .

No	The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.