Diagnostic Test
- CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC
- With the scan tool, read Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) DTCs and record on the repair order.
- With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
- Turn the ignition on and wait at least 20 seconds.
- With the scan tool, read IPC DTCs.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Go To 2
No
- Perform the TESTING FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION procedure. Refer to TESTING FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
- CHECK THE BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) FOR LIN BUS DTCS
- With the scan tool, read BCM DTCs and record on the repair order.
Are there any LIN BUS DTCs set in the BCM?
Yes
- Repair the DTC(s) set in the BCM and retest. Refer to DTC TROUBLESHOOTING .
No
- Go To 3
- With the scan tool, read BCM DTCs and record on the repair order.
- CHECK DTCS AFTER REPLACING THE STEERING WHEEL SWITCH (SWS)
- Turn the ignition off.
- Replace the Steering Wheel Switch.
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool, erase IPC DTCs.
- Turn the ignition on and wait at least 20 seconds.
- With the scan tool, read IPC DTCs.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Go To 4
No
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
- Test Complete.
- CHECK RELATED WIRING AND HARNESS CONNECTIONS
- Turn the ignition off.
- Check the related component and module power supply and ground circuits.
- Disconnect the M harness connector(s).
- Disconnect all related in-line harness connections (if equipped).
- Disconnect the related component harness connectors.
- Inspect harness connectors, component connectors, and all male and female terminals for the following conditions:
- Proper connector installation.
- Damaged connector locks.
- Corrosion.
- Other signs of water intrusion.
- Weather seal damage (if equipped).
- Bent terminals.
- Overheating due to a poor connection (terminal may be discolored due to excessive current draw).
- Terminals that have been pushed back into the connector cavity.
- Perform a terminal drag test on each connector terminal to verify proper terminal tension.
Repair any conditions that are found.
- Reconnect all harness connectors. Be certain that all harness connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
- Reconnect all in-line harness connectors (if equipped). Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
- Reconnect all related component harness connectors. Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
- With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
- Using the recorded information along with the When Monitored and Set Conditions, operate the vehicle within the conditions that set the DTC.
- With the scan tool, read M DTCs.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Replace the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
- Test complete.