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2016 workshop · Suspension

Vehicle Dynamic Suspension

204-05 Vehicle Dynamic Suspension

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Possible Sources

Charging system concern VDM

PINPOINT TEST B : P0563:17, P1794:17

B1 CHECK FOR HIGH VOLTAGE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) SET IN OTHER MODULES

Using a diagnostic scan tool, retrieve all Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes (CMDTCs).

Is DTC B1317, B1318, B1676, U3003:16 or U3003:17 present in one or more modules AND are any charging system Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present in the PCM?

Yes

DIAGNOSE the vehicle charging concern. REFER to: Charging System - 5.2L 32V Ti-VCT (414-00 Charging System - General Information, Diagnosis and Testing).

No

GO to B2

B2 CHECK THE BATTERY VOLTAGE

Turn off all interior lights, exterior lights and accessories.

NOTE: Do not allow the engine speed to increase above 2,000 RPM while performing this step or the generator may self-excite and result in default charging system output voltage. If engine speed goes above 2,000 RPM, turn the engine off and restart the engine before performing this step.

Start and run the engine at approximately 1,500 RPM for 3 minutes while monitoring the battery voltage.

Is the battery voltage between 13 and 15.2 volts?

Yes

GO to B3

No

DIAGNOSE the overcharging condition. REFER to: Charging System - 5.2L 32V Ti-VCT (414-00 Charging System - General Information, Diagnosis and Testing).

B3 RECHECK THE VDM (VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL MODULE) FOR DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) U3003:17

Ignition OFF. Ignition ON. Using a diagnostic scan tool, clear the VDM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). Ignition OFF. Ignition ON. Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the VDM self-test.

Is DTC P0563:17 or P1794:17 still present?

Yes

GO to B4

No

The system is operating normally at this time. The DTC may have been set previously during battery charging or while jump starting the vehicle.

B4 VERIFY ALL WIRING CONNECTIONS

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