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Circuit/System Verification

  1. Ignition ON.
  2. Verify no other DTCs are set.
    • Go to next step: If no other DTCs are set 
  3. Verify the liftgate will release and smoothly power open when commanding Liftgate Open with a scan tool.
    • If the liftgate releases but does not open 

      Refer to Circuit/System Testing - Liftgate Power Open/Close Malfunction

    • If the liftgate releases but performs an erratic power open/close motion 

      Refer to Circuit/System Testing - Liftgate Erratic Operation

    • Go to next step: If the A23C Liftgate Latch Assembly releases 
  4. Verify the liftgate will smoothly power close when commanding Liftgate Close with a scan tool.
    • If the liftgate does not power close 

      Refer to Circuit/System Testing - Liftgate Power Open/Close Malfunction

    • If the liftgate performs an erratic open/close motion 

      Refer to Circuit/System Testing - Liftgate Erratic Operation

    • Go to next step: If the liftgate does smoothly power close 
  5. All OK.