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Circuit/System Verification

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  1. Ignition On/Vehicle In Service Mode
  2. Operate the component: Open the liftgate.

    Verify the scan tool parameter:

    • Body Control Module: Rear Closure Ajar Switch = Active
    • Liftgate Control Module: Liftgate Latch Pawl Switch = Open
    • Liftgate Control Module: Liftgate Latch Ratchet Switch = Open
    • Liftgate Control Module: Liftgate Latch Sector Switch = Inactive
    • If not the specified state 

      Refer to: Circuit/System Testing

    • If the specified state 
  3. Operate the component: Liftgate Close & A23C Liftgate Latch Assembly Latching

    Verify the scan tool parameter:

    • Body Control Module: Rear Closure Ajar Switch = Active Inactive
    • Liftgate Control Module: Liftgate Latch Pawl Switch = Open Closed
    • Liftgate Control Module: Liftgate Latch Ratchet Switch = Open Closed
    • Liftgate Control Module: Liftgate Latch Sector Switch = Inactive Active Inactive
    • If the parameter value does not change 

      Refer to: Circuit/System Testing

    • If the parameter value changes 
  4. Operate the component: S45B Liftgate Control Switch - Interior 3/4 or Maximum
  5. Perform the scan tool function: Liftgate Open/Close Open & Close

    Verify the component works as specified:

    • A23C Liftgate Latch Assembly Unlatch
    • Power Liftgate (TB5) Open & Close
    • If the component opens and closes Power Liftgate (TB5) 
  6. All OK.