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Pinpoint Test Q: The ACM Does Not Respond To Touchscreen Or Button Presses

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  1. Q1 CHECK FOR DTC U2013:63 
    • Ignition ON.
    • Clear the ACM  DTCs.
    • Wait 3 minutes.
    • Repeat the ACM  self-test, making sure that no buttons are pressed during the test.
    • Is DTC U2013:63 set in the ACM 
    • Yes:  GO to  Q3.
    • No:  GO to Q2  .
  2. Q2 CHECK FOR SCAN TOOL COMMUNICATION WITH THE ACM 
    • Carry out the network test using the scan tool.
    • Does the ACM respond to the scan tool? 
  3. Q3 CHECK FOR CORRECT ACM OPERATION 
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Disconnect all the ACM  connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion
      • damaged pins
      • pushed-out pins
    • Connect all the ACM  connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
    • Yes:  INSTALL a new ACM  . REFER to AUDIO CONTROL MODULE (ACM) . TEST the system for normal operation. If the system still does not operate correctly, INSTALL a new video feed cable (part of the 14401 harness). TEST the system for normal operation.
    • No:  The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.