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Circuit/System Verification

  1. Ignition - On/Vehicle - In Service Mode
  2. Verify the scan tool parameter: Trunk Lid/Liftgate Window Exterior Unlatch Switch = Inactive
    • If not the specified state 

      Refer to: Circuit/System Testing - Test 1

    • Go to next step: If the specified state 
  3. Operate the component: S46B Liftgate Unlatch Switch - Pressed

    Verify the scan tool parameter: Trunk Lid/Liftgate Window Exterior Unlatch Switch = Active

    • If not the specified state 

      Refer to: Circuit/System Testing - Test 1

    • Go to next step: If the specified state 
  4. Perform the scan tool control function: Liftgate Unlatch - Unlatch

    Verify the component produces a clicking sound: M30 Liftgate Latch

    • If the component does not produce a sound 

      Refer to: Circuit/System Testing - Test 2

    • Go to next step: If the component produces a sound 
  5. All OK.