Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Dodge Journey and 2015 Dodge Journey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- DETERMINE ACTIVE OR STORED DTC NOTE:
Make sure the battery is fully charged.
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool, read ORC DTCs.
Is the DTC active or stored?
ORC - ACTIVE DTC
- Go To 2
ORC - STORED DTC
- Perform the RESTRAINTS SYSTEM INTERMITTENT TEST. Refer to RESTRAINTS SYSTEM INTERMITTENT TEST .
- REPLACE THE BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM)
- Turn the ignition Off.
- Replace the Body Control Module (BCM) in accordance with the service information. Refer to MODULE, BODY CONTROL, REMOVAL .
- Connect the scan tool to the Data Link Connector - use the most current software available.
- With the scan tool, erase all codes in the ORC.NOTE:
The ORC Reset Function must be performed after the repair to force the module to retest for this DTC.
- Perform ORC module reset. Access the Diagnostic Procedures menu from the ORC ECU Overview screen on the scan tool to perform this operation.
- Wait one minute, and read active codes.
Does the U1415-Implausible/Missing Vehicle Configuration Data DTC return?
Yes
WARNING:If the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) is dropped at any time, it must be replaced. Failure to take the proper precautions can result in accidental airbag deployment. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.
WARNING:Turn the ignition off, disconnect the 12-volt battery and wait two minutes before proceeding. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.
- Replace the ORC in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER, REMOVAL .
- Perform the RESTRAINTS SYSTEM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to RESTRAINTS SYSTEM VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Repair complete.
- Perform the RESTRAINTS SYSTEM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to RESTRAINTS SYSTEM VERIFICATION TEST .