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Diagnostic Test

  1. 1) VERIFY DTC IS ACTIVE 
    NOTE: Ensure the IOD fuse is installed and battery voltage is between 10 and 16 volts before proceeding.

    With the scan tool, read active DTCs.

    Is this DTC active? 

    Yes 

    1. Go to  2).

    No 

    1. Refer to the Stored Lost Communication test procedure. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .
    2. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
  2. 2) CHECK FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ACTIVE DTCS 

    With the scan tool, read all active DTCs from all modules.

    NOTE: Check for FCM 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 

    1. Diagnose and repair the DTC. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX  table for a complete list of the symptoms. Refer to appropriate Engine ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTIC article for PCM DTCs.
    2. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST .

    No 

    1. Go to  3).
  3. 3) VERIFY THAT THE FCM IS ACTIVE ON THE BUS 

    Turn the ignition on.

    With the scan tool, select Network Diagnostics.

    Verify that the FCM is active on the bus.

    Is the FCM active on the bus? 

    Yes 

    1. Go to  4).

    No 

    1. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING for NO RESPONSE diagnostic procedures.
    2. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
  4. 4) CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATION RELATED DTCS 

    With the scan tool, select Network Diagnostics.

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

    Yes 

    1. Replace/update the Front Control Module in accordance with the service information.
    2. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST .

    No 

    1. Replace/update the module that set this DTC in accordance with the service information
    2. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST .