B194C - Power Liftgate Rear Zone Switch Circuit High: Notes

Fig 1: Power Liftgate Rear Zone Switch Circuit Low

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For a complete wiring diagram, refer to appropriate Wiring Diagram

• >>When Monitored:<< Whenever the power liftgate module is awake.
• >>Set Condition:<< When the power liftgate module senses a voltage over 5.5 volts on the liftgate switch signal circuit for longer than 10 seconds, this code will set.

Test Step 1 - DTC Present

• With the scan tool, record DTCs.
• Erase DTCs.
• Turn the ignition OFF, wait 10 seconds, then turn the ignition ON.
• Operate the liftgate several times from the rear switch.
• With the scan tool, check for DTCs.

Does the scan tool display B194C - Power Liftgate Rear Zone Switch Circuit High?

Yes

• Go to Test Step 2 Test Step 2 - Liftgate Rear Switch Short 

No

• Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors for an intermittent condition.
• Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .