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Diagnostic Test

  1. 1) ACTIVE DTC 

    Ignition on, engine not running.

    NOTE: Check for any Bus Communication DTCs. If no Bus or Communication DTCs are set, check for active DTCs in the Anti-Lock Brake Module. Any bus, communication, or VSS DTCs in the Anti-Lock Brake Module must be properly diagnosed before continuing.

    With a scan tool, select View DTCs.

    Is the status Active for this DTC? 

    Yes 

    1. Go to  2).

    No 

    1. Refer to the *CHECKING FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION Diagnostic Procedure.
  2. 2) VISUAL INSPECTION 
    NOTE: This code can set due to tire circumference differences and from the front or rear wheels being on a slippery surface while the opposite tires are not.

    This code may also set on a hard acceleration on loose gravel or during other off road driving conditions.

    Check tire pressure of all the tires.

    Check tire wear on all the tires.

    Ask the customer what the road and driving conditions were like when the fault set.

    Were any problems found? 

    Yes 

    1. Repair as necessary. If the code set during a front OR rear wheel spin condition, no repair is necessary.
    2. Perform PCM VERIFICATION TEST .

    No 

    1. Go to  3).
  3. 3) POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) 

    Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors related to this circuit.

    Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.

    Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.

    Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.

    Were any problems found? 

    Yes 

    1. Repair as necessary.
    2. Perform PCM VERIFICATION TEST .

    No 

    1. Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in accordance with the Service Information.
    2. Perform PCM VERIFICATION TEST .