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Pinpoint Test DL : U3003:16

  1. Refer to Instrument Cluster for schematic and connector information.

    DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

    DTC Description Fault Trigger Condition
    IPC U3003:16 Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Below Threshold Sets in the IPC in continuous memory if the IPC detects battery voltage below 9 volts on the voltage supply circuit for 5 seconds or longer.

    Possible Sources 

    • Wiring, terminals or connectors
    • High circuit resistance
    • Charging system concern
    • IPC

  2. DL1 RECHECK THE IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)

    • Ignition ON.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, clear the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).

    • Wait 10 seconds.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform the IPC self-test.

    Is DTC U3003:16 still present? 

    Yes  GO to  DL2
    No  The system is operating correctly at this time. The DTC may have been set due to a previous low battery voltage condition.
  3. DL2 CHECK FOR CHARGING SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) IN THE BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE)

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform the BCM self-test.

    Are any charging system Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) recorded? 

    Yes  REFER to: Body Control Module (BCM) .
    No  GO to  DL3
  4. DL3 CHECK THE BATTERY CONDITION AND STATE OF CHARGE

    • Check the battery condition and verify the battery is fully charged. REFER to: Battery .

    Is the battery OK and fully charged? 

    Yes  GO to  DL4
    No  If the battery is discharged, DIAGNOSE the cause of the low battery condition. REFER to: Battery . If the battery condition fails, INSTALL a new battery. REFER to: Battery .
  5. DL4 CHECK THE IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) VOLTAGE PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION)

    • Measure and record the voltage at the battery.

    • Access the IPC and monitor the MODULE_VOLT (V) PID

    • Monitor the IPC voltage PID.

    Is the voltage within 0.2 volt of the recorded battery voltage? 

    Yes  GO to  DL7
    No  GO to  DL5
  6. DL5 CHECK THE IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) VOLTAGE SUPPLY

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Disconnect IPC C220.

    • Ignition ON.

    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C220-8
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      Ground

    Is the voltage greater than 11 volts? 

    Yes  GO to  DL6
    No  REPAIR the circuit for high circuit resistance.
  7. DL6 CHECK THE IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) GROUND

    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C220-8
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      C220-3

    Is the voltage greater than 11 volts? 

    Yes  GO to  DL7
    No  REPAIR the circuit for high circuit resistance.
  8. DL7 CHECK FOR CORRECT IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) OPERATION

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Disconnect and inspect the IPC connector.

    • 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 IPC connector. Make sure it seats and latches 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 IPC. REFER to: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) .
    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.