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Diagnostic Test

  1. VERIFY THE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (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 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 

      • Go to and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure.

      No 

      • Go to step  3
  3. VERIFY THAT THE FDCM IS ACTIVE ON THE BUS 
    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, select Network View and select Advanced.
    3. Verify that the FDCM is active on the bus.

      Is the FDCM active on the bus?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  4

      No 

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

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

      Yes 

      No 

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