PINPOINT TEST E : THE IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAYS A
BLOCKED SENSOR MESSAGE
E1 INSPECT THE SODL (SIDE OBSTACLE DETECTION CONTROL MODULE LH) AND SODR (SIDE OBSTACLE DETECTION CONTROL MODULE RH) FOR DEBRIS, MUD, SNOW OR ICE
Inspect the rear bumper cover, SODL and SODR for any debris, mud, snow or ice that may be present.
Is the rear bumper cover, SODL or SODR blocked due to debris, mud, snow or ice?
Yes | REMOVE and CLEAN the affected component(s). Once the repair is complete, PERFORM one key cycle and DRIVE the vehicle. The SODL and SODR needs to detect 2 good targets while the vehicle is being driven to clear the blocked condition. |
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No | GO to E2 |
E2 INSPECT THE REAR BUMPER COVER, SODL (SIDE OBSTACLE DETECTION CONTROL MODULE LH) AND SODR (SIDE OBSTACLE DETECTION CONTROL MODULE RH) FOR DAMAGE
Thoroughly inspect the rear bumper cover, SODL, SODR and the SODL and SODR mounting brackets for damage.
Is any damage present?
Yes | REPAIR or INSTALL new parts as necessary. REFER to: Rear Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation). REFER to: Side Obstacle Detection Control Module (419-04 Side and Rear Vision, Removal and Installation). |
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No | For a SODL concern, GO to E3 For a SODR concern, GO to E4 |
E3 CHECK FOR CORRECT SODL (SIDE OBSTACLE DETECTION CONTROL MODULE LH) OPERATION
Ignition OFF. Disconnect and inspect all SODL connector and related in-line connectors. Repair:
corrosion (install new connector or terminals – clean module pins) damaged or bent pins – install new terminals/pins pushed-out pins – install new pins as necessary
Reconnect the SODL connector and related in-line connectors. Make sure all connectors seat and latch correctly. Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
Is the concern still present?
Yes | CHECK OASIS for any applicable Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs). If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) address this concern, INSTALL a new SODL. REFER to: Side Obstacle Detection Control Module (419-04 Side and Rear Vision, Removal and Installation). |
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No | The system is operating correctly at this time. Concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues. |
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