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B18E0 - Power Liftgate Handle Switch - Stuck: Notes

Fig 1: Testing For Power Liftgate Handle Switch Circuit Low
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For a complete wiring diagram, refer to appropriate Wiring Diagram

Possible Causes
CABLE/LINKAGE BETWEEN HANDLE AND LATCH BINDING OR BENT
P30 LIFTGATE HANDLE SWITCH SENSE CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND
P30 LIFTGATE HANDLE SWITCH SENSE CIRCUIT SHORT to THE Q901 SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT
LIFTGATE HANDLE SWITCH
POWER LIFTGATE MODULE

Theory of Operation

When the handle switch is inactive, the voltage from the module to the switch will be 5.0 volts. When the switch is pressed, the voltage will be approximately 2.2 volts. This can be verified by using the scan tool and monitoring the handle switch states or voltage and pressing and releasing the liftgate handle.

Test Step 1 - DTC Present

Does the scan tool display B18E0 - Power Liftgate Handle Switch Stuck

Yes

No