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Pinpoint Test G: DTC C1414: Incorrect Module Design Level

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Test Step 

  1. G1 CHECK THE 4X4 STATUS CIRCUIT AT THE ABS MODULE 
    • Verify the correct operation of the 4x4. If the 4x4 is not operating correctly it must be repaired before proceeding. REFER to FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEMS .
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: Instrument Cluster C220b.
    • Measure the voltage between the instrument cluster C220b pin 9, circuit 210 (LB), harness side and ground.
      Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between Instrument Cluster C220b Pin 9, Circuit 210 (LB), Harness Side And Ground
      G03273130Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the voltage greater than 10 volts? 

    Result / Action to Take 

    1. Yes  : GO to G2.
    2. No  : GO to G3.
  2. G2 CHECK FOR CORRECT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OPERATION 
    • Disconnect all instrument cluster connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion
      • pushed-out pins
    • Connect all instrument cluster connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
    1. Yes  : INSTALL a new instrument cluster. REFER to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
    2. No  : The system is operating correctly at this time. Concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test with the brake pedal not applied.
  3. G3 CHECK CIRCUIT 210 (LB) FOR AN OPEN OR A SHORT TO GROUND 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: ABS Module C135.
    • Disconnect: Instrument Cluster C220b.
    • Measure the resistance between the ABS module C135 pin 10, circuit 210 (LB), harness side and the instrument cluster C220b pin 9, circuit 210, (LB) harness side; and between the ABS module C135 pin 10, circuit 210, (LB) harness side and ground.
      Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between ABS Module Pin Circuit Harness Side
      G03273131Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the resistance less than 5 ohms between the ABS module and the instrument cluster and greater than 10,000 ohms between the ABS module and ground? 
    1. Yes  : GO to G4.
    2. No  : REPAIR the circuit. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test with the brake pedal not applied.
  4. G4 CHECK CIRCUIT 210 (LB) FOR A SHORT TO POWER 
    • Key in ON position.
    • Measure the voltage between the ABS module C135 pin 10, circuit 210 (LB), harness side and ground.
      Fig 3: Measuring Voltage Between ABS Module C135 Pin 10, Circuit 210 (LB), Harness Side And Ground
      G03273132Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is there any voltage present? 
    1. Yes  : REPAIR the circuit, CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test with the brake pedal not applied.
    2. No  : GO to G5.
  5. G5 CHECK FOR CORRECT ABS MODULE OPERATION 
    • Disconnect all ABS connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion
      • pushed-out pins
    • Connect all ABS connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
    1. Yes  : INSTALL a new ABS module. REFER to ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE . TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. No  : The system is operating correctly at this time. Concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test with the brake pedal not applied.
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