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Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2:  This step tests to see if the malfunction is intermittent.
  2. 3:  This step tests the internal resistance of the propshaft speed sensor.
  3. 4:  This step tests to see if the propshaft speed sensor can generate a sufficient amount of AC voltage.
  4. 5:  This step tests the front speed sensor low signal circuit for a short to ground, a high resistance, or an open.
  5. 6:  This step tests the front speed sensor high signal circuit for a short to ground, a high resistance or an open.
  6. 7:  This step tests the front speed sensor low signal circuit for a short to voltage.
  7. 8:  This step tests the front speed sensor high signal circuit for a short to voltage.
  8. 9:  This step tests the front speed sensor low signal circuit for a short to the front speed sensor high circuit.
DTC C0305

Step Action Values Yes No
Schematic Reference:  Transfer Case Control Schematics  
Connector End View Reference:  Transfer Case Control Connector End Views  
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Transfer Case? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Transfer Case 
2 
  1. Place the transfer case in AWD mode.
  2. Drive the vehicle for a short test drive.
  3. With the scan tool, observe the value of the Front Propshaft Speed data parameter in the transfer case data list while driving.
Does the RPM value vary while driving?		 - Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems Go to Step 3 
3 
  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect the transfer case front propshaft speed sensor.
  3. Measure the resistance of the transfer case rear propshaft speed sensor.
Is the resistance reading within the specified values?		 1,300-2,700 Ω Go to Step 4  Go to Step 10 
4 
  1. Connect a DMM to the transfer case front propshaft speed sensor.
  2. Block the front wheels.
  3. Place the transmission in Neutral.
  4. Raise and support the rear axle so that the wheels turn freely.
  5. Hold one front wheel while rotating the other front wheel.
  6. Observe the AC voltage reading on the DMM.
Is the voltage reading greater than the specified value?		 0.2-0.5 V AC Go to Step 5  Go to Step 10 
5 
  1. Disconnect the transfer case shift control module.
  2. Test the front speed sensor low signal circuit for a short to ground, a high resistance, or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 12  Go to Step 6 
6  Test the front speed sensor high signal circuit for a short to ground, a high resistance, or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 12  Go to Step 7 
7  Test the front speed sensor low signal circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 12  Go to Step 8 
8  Test the front speed sensor high signal circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 12  Go to Step 9 
9  Test the front speed sensor low signal circuit for a short to the front speed sensor high signal circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 12  Go to Step 11 
10 Replace the transfer case front propshaft speed sensor. Refer to Transfer Case Speed Sensor Replacement - Front .
Did you complete the repair?		 - Go to Step 12  -
11 Replace the transfer case shift control module. Refer to Transfer Case Shift Control Module Replacement  and Transfer Case Control Module Reprogramming .
Did you complete the repair?		 - Go to Step 12  -
12
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.
Does the DTC set?		 - Go to Step 2  System OK
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