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Diagnostic Test

  1. VERIFY DTC IS ACTIVE 
    NOTE: Ensure the IOD fuse is installed and battery voltage is between 10 and 16 volts before proceeding.
    1. With the scan tool, read active DTCs.

      Is this DTC active?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  2

      No 

  2. CHECK FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ACTIVE DTCS 
    1. With the scan tool, read active DTCs from all modules.
      NOTE: Check for TIPM configuration, CAN B or C hardware electrical, VIN Missing/Mismatch, battery or ignition related DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display any active DTCs to the conditions listed above?

      Yes 

      • Diagnose and repair the DTC.

      No 

      • Go to step  3
  3. VERIFY THE WCM IS ACTIVE ON THE BUS 
    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, select Network Diagnostics.
    3. Verify the WCM is active on the bus.

      Is the WCM active on the bus?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  4

      No 

  4. CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATION RELATED DTCS 
    1. With the scan tool, select Network Diagnostics.

      Is there more than one module with active DTCs "Logged Against" the WCM?

      Yes 

      • Replace/update the Wireless Control Module in accordance with the service information.
      • Perform WCM VERIFICATION TEST

      No 

      • Replace/update the module that set this DTC in accordance with the Service Information.
      • Perform the appropriate VERIFICATION TEST.