Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Jeep Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- PERFORM THE LONGITUDINAL G SENSOR CALIBRATION ROUTINE
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool, read and record the ABS DTCs.NOTE:
The Longitudinal G-Sensor Calibration routine must be performed on a level surface.
- With the scan tool, perform the "Longitudinal G-Sensor Calibration" routine and perform and the ABS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to ABS VERIFICATION TEST .
- Park the vehicle.
Was the Longitudinal G-Sensor Calibration routine successful?
Yes
- Go To 2
No
- Perform the Longitudinal G-Sensor routine again, if still unsuccessful.
- Go To 4
- VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE NOTE:
This DTC must be active for the results of this test to be valid.
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool, erase the DTCs.
- Cycle the ignition from off to on.
- With the scan tool, read ABS DTCs.
Does the DTC remain active?
Yes
- Go To 3
No
- Test complete.
- CHECK THE ORC INSTALLATION NOTE:
The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) installation and mounting bolt torque is crucial for proper operation.
- Check the ORC for damaged, modified, and bent mounting brackets.
- Check the ORC mounting bolts for a loose or over tightened condition.
Were any problems found?
Yes
- Repair as necessary.
- Perform the ABS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to ABS VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Go To 4
- ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE
- Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
- Replace the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) in accordance with the Service Information. (Refer to REMOVAL, ORC ).
- Perform the ABS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to ABS VERIFICATION TEST .
- Test drive the vehicle by turning the vehicle left and right in a curving manner at a velocity between 15 and 35 km/h (9 and 22 mph).
- With the scan tool, read the DTCs.
Does the DTC remain active?
Yes
- Replace the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to INTEGRATED CONTROL UNIT (ICU), REMOVAL .
- Perform the ABS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to ABS VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Test complete.