Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices.
REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Module | DTC | Description | Action |
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BCM | B11DB:02 | Battery Monitoring Module "A": General Signal Failure | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
BCM | B11DB:08 | Battery Monitoring Module "A": Bus Signal/Message Failures | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
BCM | B11DB:09 | Battery Monitoring Module "A": Component Failures | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
BCM | B11DB:11 | Battery Monitoring Module "A": Circuit Short To Ground | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
BCM | B11DB:49 | Battery Monitoring Module "A": Internal Electronic Failure | GO to Pinpoint Test I |
BCM | B11DB:55 | Battery Monitoring Module "A": Not Configured | GO to Pinpoint Test J |
BCM | B1489:11 | Battery Monitoring System (BMS) Sensor Power: Circuit Short To Ground | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
PCM | P0562:00 | System Voltage Low: No Sub Type Information | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
PCM | P0563:00 | System Voltage High: No Sub Type Information | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
PCM | P065B:00 | Generator "A" Control Circuit Range/Performance: No Sub Type Information | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
PCM | P065C:00 | Generator "A" Mechanical Performance: No Sub Type Information | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
PCM | P0A3B:00 | Generator "A" Over Temperature: No Sub Type Information | GO to Pinpoint Test K |
PCM | P0A5A:00 | Generator Current Sensor Circuit Range/Performance: No Sub Type Information | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
PCM | P0A5B:00 | Generator Current Sensor Circuit Low: No Sub Type Information | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
PCM | P0A5C:00 | Generator Current Sensor Circuit High: No Sub Type Information | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
PCM | U012D:00 | Lost Communication With Generator "A" Control Module: No Sub Type Information | GO to Pinpoint Test G |
PCM | U042E:00 | Invalid Data Received From Generator "A" Control Module: No Sub Type Information | GO to Pinpoint Test G |
Inspection and Verification
Symptom Chart(s)
Symptom Chart: Charging System
Diagnostics
in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of
Ford-specific diagnostic practices. For information about these
practices,
REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Symptom Chart
Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
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System voltage high | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
System voltage low or battery is discharged | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
The generator is noisy | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
Radio interference | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
Charging system warning indicator is never or always on |
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RETRIEVE Diagnostic Trouble Codes
(DTCs) from all modules. If any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are
found, Refer to DTC Chart in this section. If no Diagnostic Trouble
Codes (DTCs) are found, REFER to: Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes (413-01 Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes, Diagnosis and Testing). |
Pinpoint Tests
NOTE: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0563 can be set if the vehicle has been recently jump started or the battery has been recently charged. The battery may become discharged due to excessive load(s) on the charging system from aftermarket accessories or if vehicle accessories have been operating for an extended period of time without the engine running. Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 12 for schematic and connector information. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions With the engine running, the charging system supplies voltage to the battery and the vehicle electrical system through the high current BJB and battery B+ cable. The voltage that is supplied to the vehicle electrical system is used for the operation of the various vehicle systems and modules. Many modules monitor this voltage and if it rises above or below their calibrated set points, a DTC sets. DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
Possible Sources
Visual Inspection and Pre-checks
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NOTE: Make sure battery voltage is greater than 12.2 volts prior to and during this pinpoint test. | ||||||||||||||||
NOTE: Do not have a battery charger attached during vehicle testing. | ||||||||||||||||
A1 PERFORM INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION | ||||||||||||||||
Was an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern found?
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A2 MONITOR THE GENERATOR VOLTAGE DESIRED (GENVDSD) PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION) | ||||||||||||||||
Does the PID indicate 15.9 volts or less?
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A3 COMPARE THE GENERATOR VOLTAGE DESIRED (GENVDSD) PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION) WITH BATTERY VOLTAGE | ||||||||||||||||
Is the recorded battery voltage within ±0.5 volt of the PID?
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A4 CHECK THE VOLTAGE DROP IN THE VEHICLE GROUNDS | ||||||||||||||||
Is the voltage drop less than 0.5 volt?
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A5 MONITOR THE GENERATOR VOLTAGE DESIRED (GENVDSD) PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION) WHILE COMMANDED | ||||||||||||||||
Is the recorded battery voltage within ±0.5 volt of the PID?
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A6 CHECK THE GENERATOR OUTPUT | ||||||||||||||||
Is the voltage above 15.2 volts?
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A7 COMPARE THE SUPPLY VOLTAGE (VPWR) PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION) TO BATTERY VOLTAGE | ||||||||||||||||
Does the PID accurately display battery voltage within ±0.5 volt of the recorded battery voltage?
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A8 CHECK PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) SUPPLY VOLTAGE CIRCUITS | ||||||||||||||||
Are the voltages within 0.5 volt of the recorded battery voltage?
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A9 CHECK FOR CORRECT PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION | ||||||||||||||||
Is the concern still present?
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Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 12 for schematic and connector information. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions With the engine running, the charging system supplies voltage to the battery and the vehicle electrical system through the high current BJB and battery B+ cable. The PCM monitors this B+ voltage through PCM VPWR or FPPWR circuits. If the charging system voltage drops 1.5 volts or more below the generator voltage desired (GENVDSD), the DTC sets and the charging system MIL illuminates after 30 seconds. DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
Possible Sources
Visual Inspection and Pre-checks
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NOTE: Make sure battery voltage is greater than 12.2 volts prior to and during this pinpoint test. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
NOTE: Do not have a battery charger attached during vehicle testing. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
B1 PERFORM INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Was an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern found?
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B2 RETRIEVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Is DTC P065B, P065C, U012D or U042E present?
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B3 CHECK THE GENERATOR CONNECTIONS | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Is the voltage within 0.5 volt of the recorded battery voltage?
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B4 CHECK THE VOLTAGE DROP IN THE GENERATOR B+ CIRCUIT | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Is the voltage drop less than 0.5 volt?
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B5 CHECK THE VOLTAGE DROP IN THE VEHICLE GROUNDS | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Is the voltage drop less than 0.5 volt?
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B6 MONITOR THE GENERATOR VOLTAGE DESIRED (GENVDSD) PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION) WHILE COMMANDED | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Is the recorded battery voltage within ±0.5 volt of the PID?
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B7 COMPARE THE SUPPLY VOLTAGE (VPWR) PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION) TO BATTERY VOLTAGE | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Does the PID accurately display battery voltage within ±0.5 volt of the recorded battery voltage?
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B8 CHECK PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) VOLTAGE SUPPLY CIRCUITS | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Are the voltages within 0.5 volt of the recorded battery voltage?
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B9 CHECK PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) GROUND FOR HIGH RESISTANCE | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Does the PID read within ±0.5 volt of battery voltage with accessory loads on and off?
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B10 MONITOR THE SUPPLY VOLTAGE (VPWR) PID (PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Does the PID stay within 0.5 volt of the recorded battery voltage when the engine Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) are increased?
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B11 CHECK GENERATOR CLUTCH OPERATION | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Is the generator clutch OK?
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B12 CHECK FOR CORRECT PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Is the concern still present?
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Normal Operation and Fault Conditions The generator is belt-driven by the engine FEAD system. There are several sources of generator noise which include bearing noise, electrical fault noise, generator or belt pulley misalignment. A generator with certain types of diode or stator failures can also produce an audible noise. Possible Sources
Visual Inspection and Pre-checks
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C1 CHECK FOR ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT NOISE AND LOOSE MOUNTING BRACKETS | ||||
Is the accessory drive OK?
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C2 CHECK THE GENERATOR MOUNTING | ||||
Is the generator mounted correctly?
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C3 CHECK THE GENERATOR FOR NOISE | ||||
Is the generator the noise source?
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C4 CHECK GENERATOR CLUTCH OPERATION | ||||
Is the generator clutch OK?
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NOTE: Inspect for any aftermarket accessories that have been added to the vehicle. Check the wiring for these accessories and be sure they have not been attached to the generator circuits and are positioned away from the generator wiring. NOTE: If the engine is operated at greater than 2,000 Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) momentarily, the generator self-excites. Make sure when the generator is disconnected the engine rpm stays below 2,000 Revolutions Per Minute (RPM). If it rises above 2,000 Revolutions Per Minute (RPM), turn the ignition to the OFF position and start the test over again. NOTE: If the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Audio Control Module (ACM) has been replaced with an aftermarket unit, the vehicle may not pass this test. Return the vehicle to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) condition before following this pinpoint test. Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 12 for schematic and connector information. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions The generator radio suppression equipment reduces interference transmitted through the speakers by the vehicle electrical system. Possible Sources
Visual Inspection and Pre-checks
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D1 VERIFY THE GENERATOR IS THE SOURCE OF THE AUDIO SYSTEM INTERFERENCE | ||||
Is the interference present with the generator disconnected?
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Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 13 for schematic and connector information. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions The generator current sensor is a Hall-effect sensor attached to the generator B+ cable. It is supplied a 5 volt reference and ground from the PCM. The PCM reads the generator current sensor feedback voltage to determine how much current is flowing through the generator B+ cable. DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
Possible Sources
Visual Inspection and Pre-checks
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NOTE: Make sure battery voltage is greater than 12.2 volts prior to and during this pinpoint test. | |||||||||||||
NOTE: Do not have a battery charger attached during vehicle testing. | |||||||||||||
E1 RETRIEVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) | |||||||||||||
Is DTC P0A5A present?
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E2 CHECK THE GENERATOR CURRENT SENSOR | |||||||||||||
Are any of these conditions found during inspection?
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E3 CHECK THE GENERATOR CURRENT SENSOR REFERENCE VOLTAGE CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN | |||||||||||||
Is the voltage between 4.8 and 5.2 volts?
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E4 CHECK THE GENERATOR CURRENT SENSOR SIGNAL RETURN CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN | |||||||||||||
Is the voltage between 4.8 and 5.2 volts?
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E5 CHECK THE GENERATOR CURRENT SENSOR FEEDBACK CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE | |||||||||||||
Is any voltage present?
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E6 CHECK THE GENERATOR CURRENT SENSOR FEEDBACK CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND | |||||||||||||
Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
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E7 CHECK THE GENERATOR CURRENT SENSOR FEEDBACK CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO THE SIGNAL RETURN OR VOLTAGE REFERENCE CIRCUIT | |||||||||||||
Are the resistances greater than 10,000 ohms?
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E8 CHECK THE GENERATOR CURRENT SENSOR FEEDBACK CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN | |||||||||||||
Is the resistance less than 3 ohms?
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E9 CHECK THE GENERATOR CURRENT SENSOR CONNECTION | |||||||||||||
Did the DTC return?
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E10 CHECK FOR CORRECT PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION | |||||||||||||
Is the concern still present?
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Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 12 for schematic and connector information. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions The BCM monitors the battery state of charge using the battery monitoring sensor attached to the negative battery cable. Battery voltage is hardwired to the battery monitoring sensor and data is transferred from the battery monitoring sensor to the BCM via a LIN circuit. DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
Possible Sources
Visual Inspection and Pre-checks
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NOTE: Make sure battery voltage is greater than 12.2 volts prior to and during this pinpoint test. | ||||||||||||||||||
NOTE: Do not have a battery charger attached during vehicle testing. | ||||||||||||||||||
F1 CHECK ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR CONDITION | ||||||||||||||||||
Are all connectors clean and connected properly?
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F2 RETRIEVE BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) | ||||||||||||||||||
Did the DTC return?
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F3 CHECK THE BATTERY MONITORING SENSOR SUPPLY VOLTAGE | ||||||||||||||||||
Is the voltage within 0.5 volt of the recorded battery voltage?
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F4 CHECK THE BATTERY MONITORING SENSOR LIN (LOCAL INTERCONNECT NETWORK) CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE | ||||||||||||||||||
Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?
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F5 CHECK THE BATTERY MONITORING SENSOR LIN (LOCAL INTERCONNECT NETWORK) CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND | ||||||||||||||||||
Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
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F6 CHECK THE BATTERY MONITORING SENSOR LIN (LOCAL INTERCONNECT NETWORK) CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN | ||||||||||||||||||
Is the resistance less than 3 ohms?
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F7 CHECK FOR CORRECT BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION | ||||||||||||||||||
Is the concern still present?
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Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 12 for schematic and connector information. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions The charging system supplies voltage to the battery and the vehicle electrical system through the battery B+ cable. The PCM monitors the generator output through a LIN communication circuit shared with the automatic grill shutters (AGS). The PCM uses this LIN circuit to communicate the desired voltage setpoint to the generator internal voltage regulator. The generator also uses this to communicate the generator load and error conditions to the PCM. DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
Possible Sources
Visual Inspection and Pre-checks
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NOTE: Make sure battery voltage is greater than 12.2 volts prior to and during this pinpoint test. | ||||||||||||||||
NOTE: Do not have a battery charger attached during vehicle testing. | ||||||||||||||||
G1 CHECK VEHICLE FOR PRESENCE OF GRILLE SHUTTERS | ||||||||||||||||
Is the vehicle equipped with grille shutters?
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G2 RETRIEVE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) WITH GRILLE SHUTTER ACTUATOR DISCONNECTED | ||||||||||||||||
Is DTC U012D or U042E present?
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G3 COMPARE THE GENERATOR B+ CIRCUIT TO BATTERY VOLTAGE | ||||||||||||||||
Is the voltage within 0.5 volt of the recorded battery voltage?
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G4 CHECK THE GENERATOR LIN (LOCAL INTERCONNECT NETWORK) CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE | ||||||||||||||||
Is any voltage present?
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G5 CHECK THE GENERATOR LIN (LOCAL INTERCONNECT NETWORK) CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND | ||||||||||||||||
Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
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G6 CHECK THE GENERATOR LIN (LOCAL INTERCONNECT NETWORK) CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN | ||||||||||||||||
Is the resistance less than 3 ohms?
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G7 CHECK FOR CORRECT PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION | ||||||||||||||||
Is the concern still present?
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Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 12 for schematic and connector information. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions The generator clutch allows the generator rotor to continue to rotate when the engine or FEAD
system slows. The clutch should slip freely and smoothly in a clockwise
direction. It should not rotate freely in the counterclockwise
direction. A loose FEAD
belt or a weak or binding tensioner can cause the pulley to overheat.
REFER to: Charging System - System Operation and Component Description (414-00 Charging System - General Information, Description and Operation). Possible Sources |
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H1 INSPECT THE GENERATOR CLUTCH | ||||
Is there evidence of heat damage?
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H2 CHECK THE GENERATOR CLUTCH FOR SMOOTH ROTATION | ||||
Does the clutch shaft rotation feel rough or seized?
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H3 CHECK FOR REVERSE ROTATION RESISTANCE | ||||
Is there some resistance (a spring feel)?
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H4 CHECK FOR REVERSE ROTATION | ||||
Does the clutch shaft rotate freely?
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Normal Operation and Fault Conditions DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
Possible Sources
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I1 RETRIEVE BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) | ||||||
Is DTC B11DB:49 recorded?
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Normal Operation and Fault Conditions CHECK the vehicle service history for recent service actions related to this module. DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
Possible Sources
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J1 RETRIEVE BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) | ||||||
Is DTC B11DB:55 recorded?
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J2 RELEARN THE BATTERY MONITOR SYSTEM (BMS) STATUS | ||||||
Is the B11DB:55 still stored?
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Normal Operation and Fault Conditions DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
Possible Sources
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K1 RETRIEVE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) | ||||||
Is DTC P0A3B recorded?
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Locking the Doors
Press the lock switch on the door interior trim panel. The doors can no longer be released using the exterior door handle switches and the luggage compartment locks.