Diagnostic Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Dodge Pickup and 2004 Dodge Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Refer to VERIFICATION TESTS for appropriate verification test procedures.

NOTE: If any other DTCs are present, they must be diagnosed and repaired before continuing this test.

Ignition on, engine not running.
With the DRBIII®, read DTCs and record the related Freeze Frame data.

Check for any related TSBs or control module updates before continuing.

Is the Good Trip Counter displayed and equal to zero?
1. Yes --> Go To 2
2. No --> Refer to the SYMPTOM: INTERMITTENT CONDITION Symptom (Diagnostic Procedure).
  Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 5 .
Inspect the Air Induction System for the following problems.
Restrictions: Dirty Air Cleaner, Foreign material trap in the air intake tube, etc.

Leaks: Air Intake tube connection, Air Cleaner housing, etc.

Were any problems found?
1. Yes --> Repair or replace as necessary.
  Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 5 .
2. No --> Go To 3
Inspect the throttle body for carbon build up, other restrictions, and a bent throttle plate using a straight edge.
If the throttle plate does not close entirely it may be bent and needs to be replaced.

Verify that the throttle cable between the Accelerator Pedal and APPS is not binding.

WARNING: WHEN THE ENGINE IS OPERATING, DO NOT STAND IN A DIRECT LINE WITH THE FAN. DO NOT PUT YOUR HANDS NEAR THE PULLEYS, BELTS OR FAN. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING.

While the vehicle is running, lightly tap on ETC Motor, with your hand, and listen for idle to raise.

Were any problems found?
1. Yes --> Repair or replace as necessary.
  Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 5 .
2. No --> Go To 4

NOTE: Before continuing, check the PCM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Repair as necessary.

Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wire harness and connectors. Pay particular attention to all Power and Ground circuits.
If there are no possible causes remaining, view repair.
1. Repair
  1. Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module per Service Information.
  2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 5 .