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Pinpoint Test BD: U0298

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  1. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

    Refer to Electric Powertrain Control - System Operation and Component Description .

    DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

    DTC Description Fault Trigger Condition
    SOBDMC U0298:00 Lost Communication With DC/DC Converter Control Module "A": No Sub Type Information This DTC sets when messages are missing from the DCDC.

    Possible Sources 

    • Communications network concern
    • DCDC

  2. BD1 CARRY OUT A VEHICLE INSPECTION AND VERIFY THE SELF-TEST PROCEDURE

    NOTE: If the self-test or communication concern occurred after a failed or aborted reprogram, the module may be blank. Attempt to reprogram the module again before continuing with this pinpoint test.

    • Visually inspect the following for obvious signs of electrical damage:

      • harness wiring
      • electrical connections

    • Verify the correct procedure was used to activate the self-test for the scan tool. Refer to Diagnostic Methods .

    Was the correct self-test procedure used? 

    Yes  GO to  BD2
    No  Refer to Diagnostic Methods .

  3. BD2 CARRY OUT THE NETWORK TEST

      NOTE: When using FDRS, the scan tool attempts to communicate with the PCM first. After establishing communication with the PCM, the scan tool then attempts to communicate with all modules on the vehicle. If an FDRS session cannot be established, FDRS may state no communication can be established with the PCM:

      • Choose No when the scan tool prompts whether or not to retry communication.
      • Enter a PCM part number, tear tag or calibration number to identify the vehicle and start a session. The PCM part number and 4- character tear tag are located on the PCM.

    • Ignition ON.

    Do all modules indicate pass? 

    Yes  GO to  BD3
    No  GO to  BD4

  4. BD3 CHECK FOR A DCDC (DIRECT CURRENT/DIRECT CURRENT CONVERTER CONTROL MODULE) CONCERN

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

    • Check for any other DCDC related symptoms.

    Is a concern present? 

    Yes  DIAGNOSE the DCDC concern. Refer to Direct Current/Alternating Current (DC/AC) Inverter .
    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.

  5. BD4 INVERTER SYSTEM CONTROLLER (ISC) SELF-TEST

    • Confirm the Inverter System Controller (ISC) was the only module to fail.

    Was the Inverter System Controller (ISC) the only module to fail? 

    Yes  GO to  BD5
    No  DIAGNOSE the network concern. Refer to Communications Network .

  6. BD5 CHECK THE INVERTER SYSTEM CONTROLLER (ISC) B+ CIRCUIT FOR VOLTAGE

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Disconnect Inverter System Controller (ISC) C1458A .

    • Ignition ON.

    • Measure and record:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C1458A-M1
      GFD659138Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground

    Is the voltage greater than 10.5 volts? 

    Yes  GO to  BD6
    No  REPAIR the circuit.

  7. BD6 CHECK THE INVERTER SYSTEM CONTROLLER (ISC) VPWR CIRCUITS FOR VOLTAGE

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Connect a 5A fused jumper between:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C1458A-K3
      GFD659139Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground

    • Ignition ON.

    • Measure and record:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C1458A-L2
      GFD659138Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground
      C1458A-M2
      GFD659138Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground

    Are the voltages greater than 10.5 volts? 

    Yes  GO to  BD7
    No  REPAIR the circuit.

  8. BD7 CHECK THE INVERTER SYSTEM CONTROLLER (ISC) GROUND CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Measure and record:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C1458A-L4
      GFD659137Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground
      C1458A-M4
      GFD659137Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground

    Are the resistances less than 5 ohms? 

    Yes  DIAGNOSE the network concern. Refer to Communications Network .
    No  REPAIR the open circuit.
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