Pinpoint Test Q : A Front Door IA Feature Is Inoperative: Notes
Diagnostic Overview
Diagnostics in this information assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to Diagnostic Methods in Service Information for information about these practices.
Refer to Remote Keyless Entry and Alarm for schematic and connector information.
NOTE:
The Tire Pressure Monitor(TPM) module may also be known as the Radio Transceiver Module (RTM).
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Refer to System Operation, Intelligent Access(IA) in Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems .
RFA Module DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
| DTC | Description | Fault Trigger Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| B11C6:01 | Passenger Door External Antenna: General Electrical Failure | Sets when the RFA module detects an open, a short to ground or short to voltage from the right front door IA antenna circuits. |
| B11CA:01 | Driver Door External Antenna: General Electrical Failure | Sets when the RFA module detects an open, a short to ground or short to voltage from the left front door IA antenna circuits. |
| B1381:11 | Left Front Door Handle Proximity Sensor: Circuit Short To Ground | Sets when the RFA module detects a short to ground from the left front door handle lock/unlock input circuit. |
| B1381:15 | Left Front Door Handle Proximity Sensor: Circuit Short To Battery or Open | Sets when the RFA module detects a short to voltage or an open from the left front door handle lock/unlock input circuit. |
| B1382:11 | Right Front Door Handle Proximity Sensor: Circuit Short To Ground | Sets when the RFA module detects a short to ground from the right front door handle lock/unlock input circuit. |
| B1382:15 | Right Front Door Handle Proximity Sensor: Circuit Short To Battery or Open | Sets when the RFA module detects a short to voltage or an open from the right front door handle lock/unlock input circuit. |
Possible Sources
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- IA antenna (part of the exterior front door handle)
- Lock/unlock sensors (part of the exterior front door handle)
- IA key
- TPM module
- RFA module
Visual Inspection and Diagnostic Pre-checks
- Inspect the exterior front door handle for damage.
- Inspect the IA key for damage.