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DTC C0315: Shift Motor Ground Circuit Open: Testing

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  1. If ATC system check was performed, go to next step. If system check was not performed, see ATC SYSTEM CHECK  .
  2. Turn ignition off. Connect scan tool to DLC. Turn ignition to run position (engine off). Using scan tool, record all freeze frame and failure records. Turn ignition off. Disconnect ATC control module connector C2. See WIRING DIAGRAMS  . Using a DVOM, measure voltage between ground and Black wire terminal "C" at ATC control module connector C2. If voltage is .5 volt, go to step 4). If voltage is not .5 volt, go to next step.
  3. Locate and repair open or loose connection in Black wire circuit. When repair is complete, go to step 7).
  4. Connect self-powered test light between ground and Black wire terminal "C" at ATC control module connector C2. If test light is on, go to step 6). If test light is off, go to next step.
  5. Locate and repair open in Black wire circuit between ATC control module and splice S204, located at left side of dash. When repair is complete, go to step 7).
  6. Replace ATC control module. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION  . When replacement is complete, go to next step.
  7. Turn ignition off. Reconnect all disconnected components. Set parking brake. Start and run engine at idle. Shift transmission to "N" position. Shift transfer case between all modes, allowing time between each mode shift for transfer case to complete shift request. Using scan tool, select "Specific DTC" and enter DTC C0315. If test runs and passes, system is functioning properly. If test does not run and pass, repeat test from step 1).