Diagnostic Test
- CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC
- With the scan tool, read Trailer Tow Module (TTM) DTCs and record on the repair order.
- Record the Environmental Data.
- With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
- Using the recorded Environmental Data, along with the When Monitored and Set Conditions above, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
- With the scan tool, read TTM DTCs.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Go To 2
No
- Perform the TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITIONS procedure. Refer to TESTING FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
- TRAILER TOW MODULE (TTM) INTERNAL CONDITION
- The TTM is reporting internal errors.NOTE:
Before continuing, check the harness connector terminals Repair as necessary.
- Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the TTM wire harness and connectors for corrosion, damage, or terminal push out. Pay particular attention to all power and ground circuits.
- Perform any Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) that may apply.
Were there any problems found?
Yes
- Repair as necessary.
- Perform the TTM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
No
- Go To 3
- The TTM is reporting internal errors.
- CHECK RELATED HARNESS CONNECTIONS
- Disconnect all TTM harness connectors.
- 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 TTM 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 Environmental Data, along with the When Monitored and Set Conditions above, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
- With the scan tool, read TTM DTCs.
Did the DTC return?
Yes
- Replace the Trailer Tow Module (TTM) in accordance with the Service Information.
- Perform the TTM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
No
- Perform the TTM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Test complete.