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Diagnostic Test

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  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    NOTE:

    Diagnose any Can C or Can B bus failures before continuing.

    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, read DTCs and record on the repair order.

      Is the DTC active or pending?

      Yes 

      • Go To  2

      No 

      • Go To  6
  2. NO COMMUNICATION WITH PIM 
    1. With the scan tool, attempt to communicate with the PIM.

      Can the scan tool communicate with the PIM?

      Yes 

      • Go To  3

      No 

  3. HYBRID CONTROL PROCESSOR (HCP) DTCS SET 
    1. With the scan tool, check for HCP DTCs.

      Are any DTCs present in the HCP?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go To  4
  4. VIN PROGRAMMED INTO PCM 
    1. With the scan tool, display the VIN that is programmed in the PCM.

      Has the correct VIN been programmed into the PCM?

      Yes 

      • Go To  5

      No 

  5. REPLACE THE POWER INVERTER MODULE AND RETEST FOR DTCS 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Replace and program the PIM in accordance with the Service Information.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, erase all PIM and PCM DTCs.
    5. Attempt to start and idle the engine.
    6. With the scan tool, read the PCM DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display this code?

      Yes 

      • Before continuing, check the PCM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage or terminal push out. Repair as necessary. Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module in accordance with the Service Information.
      • Perform the HCP VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to HYBRID CONTROL PROCESSOR (HCP) VERIFICATION TEST .

      No 

      • Test Complete.
  6. CHECK THE IGNITION KEYS 
    NOTE:

    You must obtain the Secret Key pin number.

    NOTE:

    This DTC could have been set if the PIM harness connector was disconnected or if the PIM was replaced recently.

    NOTE:

    All keys that the customer uses for this vehicle must be tested to verify they are operating properly.

    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. Verify the correct VIN is programmed into the PCM and PIM.
    3. Turn the ignition off.
    4. With each customer key turn the ignition key on and crank the engine to start.
    5. With the scan tool, read DTCs after attempting to start the vehicle with each key.

      Did the DTC become active or pending with any of the keys?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Test Complete.
        NOTE:

        If this DTC cannot be reset, it could have been an actual theft attempt.