Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Dodge Journey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK FOR ACTIVE DTC
1. Turn the ignition on, engine off.
2. With the scan tool, select View DTCs in the PCM.
  Is the status Active for this DTC?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2
  No
  - Perform the INTERMITTENT DTC diagnostic procedure. Refer to INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
CHECK VIN STORED IN THE PCM
1. With the scan tool, read the VIN code stored in the PCM and compare it to the vehicle.
  Does the PCM have the correct VIN stored?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 3
  No
  - Program the correct VIN number into the PCM.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to PCM VERIFICATION TEST .
PROGRAMMING SKIM SECRET KEY CODE INTO THE PCM
1. With a scan tool, erase DTCs.
2. Using the scan tool, program the secret key information into the PCM.
3. Start the engine.
  NOTE:
  If the engine will not start, crank the engine over for 15 seconds. Crank at least 2 times with the ignition switch returning to the off position each time.
4. Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
5. With the scan tool, select View DTCs.
  Did the DTC return?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 4
  No
  - The secret key information has been successfully programmed into the PCM. Test complete.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to PCM VERIFICATION TEST .
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
1. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
2. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.
3. Perform any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
  Were any problems found?
  
  Yes
  - Repair as necessary.
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to PCM VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Replace the Powertrain Control Module in accordance with the service information. Refer to MODULE, POWERTRAIN CONTROL, REMOVAL .
  - Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to PCM VERIFICATION TEST .