Drivetrain Control Module (Dtcm) - Electrical Diagnostics: Diagnosis Dodge Charger VI

DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX

DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX

DIAGNOSTIC TEST

1. VERIFY BCM IS PROGRAMMED WITH CORRECT TIRE/WHEEL INFORMATION TIRE SIZE BODY STYLE ENGINE SIZE SALES CODE TIRE CIRCUMFERENCE (MM) P245/45ZR 20 BSW GOODYEAR ALL SEASON LD ALL TR9 2208 P245/45ZR 20 GOODYEAR AS PERF LD ALL TTX 2208 P255/45ZR 20 GOODYEAR PERF LD ALL TTH 2237 P245/45R 20 BSW GOODYEAR AS PERF LD ALL TVJ 2208 P225/60R 18 BSW MICHELIN AS PERF LD ALL TWM 2207 P215/65R 17 BSW ALL SEASON LD ALL TW1 2154 P225/60R 18 BSW CONTI TOURING LD ALL TRS 2204 P225/60R 18 BSW CONTI TOURING LD ALL TW9 2204 P215/65R 17 BSW ALL SEASON LD ALL TWH 2154 Inspect all four tires on the vehicle and note the size of each tire. NOTE: A non-production size tire cannot be programmed into the BCM. The production Powertrain, with the production size tires, is the only emissions certified configuration that is available for reprogramming. Verify the correct Tire/wheel information is programmed in the BCM. Is the correct value programmed in the BCM according to the chart? Yes Replace the Body Control Module (BCM) in accordance with service information. Refer to «MODULE, BODY CONTROL, REMOVAL»(ref-481399-S13411102982012062200000) . Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Program the correct Tire/Wheel information in the BCM. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .

Scheme 311

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article .

1. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, read DTCs. Is the DTC active at this time? Yes Go To 2 . No Go To 7 .
2. TRANSFER CASE MOTOR (AWD) OPERATION Turn the ignition off. Disconnect the Transfer Case Motor (AWD) C1 harness connector. Ignition on, engine not running. Using a 12-volt test light, jump across from the (T315) Shift Motor Control A circuit and the (T316) Shift Control Motor B circuit at the Transfer Case Motor C1 harness connector. With the scan tool, actuate the Transfer Case Motor (AWD). Does the test light illuminate brightly when flashing on and off? Yes Go To 6 . No Go To 3 .
3. (T316) SHIFT CONTROL MOTOR B CIRCUIT OPEN Measure the resistance of the (T316) Shift Control Motor B circuit between the Transfer Case Motor (AWD) C1 harness connector and the DTCM harness connector. Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms? Yes Go To 4 . No Repair the open in the (T316) Shift Control Motor B circuit. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .
4. (T315) SHIFT MOTOR CONTROL A CIRCUIT OPEN Measure the resistance of the (T315) Shift Motor Control A circuit between the Transfer Case Motor (AWD) C1 harness connector and the DTCM harness connector. Is the resistance below 5.0 Ohms? Yes Go To 5 . No Repair the open in the (T315) Shift Motor Control A circuit. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .
5. DRIVE TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (DTCM) NOTE: Before continuing, check the DTCM harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage or terminal push out. Repair as necessary. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wire harness and connectors. Pay particular attention to all Power and Ground circuits. Were there any problems found? Yes Repair as necessary. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Replace the Drive Train Control Module (DTCM) in accordance with Service Information. Refer to «MODULE, DRIVETRAIN CONTROL, REMOVAL»(ref-481399-S27639586382012062200000) . Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .
6. TRANSFER CASE MOTOR (AWD) NOTE: Before continuing, check the Transfer Case Motor jumper harness connector terminals for corrosion, damage or terminals push out, repair/replace as necessary. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wire harness and connectors. Pay particular attention to all Power and Ground circuits. Were there any problems found? Yes Repair as necessary. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Replace Transfer Case Clutch Coil in accordance with Service Information. Refer to «COIL, CLUTCH, REMOVAL»(ref-481461-S22741463262012062200000) . Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .
7. INTERMITTENT WIRING AND CONNECTORS The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring harness and connectors specific to this circuit. Wiggle test the wiring harness and connectors while checking for shorted and open circuits. Using the scan tool, monitor the data related to this circuit while performing the wiggle test. Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset. Were there any problems found? Yes Repair as necessary. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Test Complete.

Scheme 312

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article .

1. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, record and erase DTCs. With the scan tool, read DTCs. Is the DTC active at this time? Yes Go To 2 . No Go To 4 .
2. (F348) DRIVE TRAIN CONTROL RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE Turn the ignition off to the lock position. Remove the FAD Relay. Disconnect the DTCM harness connector. Connect a jumper wire between the (F348) Drive Train Control Relay Control circuit and ground. Ignition on, engine not running. Using a 12-volt test light connected to 12-volts, check the (F348) Drive Train Control Relay Control circuit. NOTE: The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the brightness to that of a direct connection to the battery. Does the test light illuminate brightly? Yes Go To 3 . No Repair the (F348) Drive Train Control Relay Control circuit for an open or high resistance. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .
3. DRIVE TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (DTCM) Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect all wiring and connectors that pertain to this circuit. Were any problems found? Yes Repair as necessary. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Replace the Drive Train Control Module (DTCM) in accordance with Service Information. Refer to «MODULE, DRIVETRAIN CONTROL, REMOVAL»(ref-481399-S27639586382012062200000) . Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .
4. INTERMITTENT WIRING HARNESS AND CONNECTORS The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring harness and connectors specific to this circuit. Wiggle test the wiring harness and connectors while monitoring the scan tool data relative to this circuit. Using the scan tool, monitor the data related to this circuit while performing the wiggle test. Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset. Were there any problems found? Yes Repair as necessary. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Test Complete.

1. CHARGING SYSTEM DTCS PRESENT Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, read DTCs in the PCM. Are there any Charging System or related voltage DTCs present? Yes Perform the appropriate charging system or battery diagnostic procedure. Refer to «CHARGING SYSTEM - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-481437-S26423230732012062200000) . No Go To 2 .
2. DTC IS ACTIVE With the scan tool, read DTCs DTCM. Is the status Active for this DTC? Yes Replace the Drive Train Control Module (DTCM) in accordance with the Service information. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Go To 3 .
3. INTERMITTENT WIRING AND CONNECTORS The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors. While monitoring the scan tool data relative to this circuit, wiggle test the wiring and connectors. Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset during the wiggle test. Were any problems found? Yes Repair as necessary. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Test complete.

1. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, read DTCs. Is the DTC active at this time? Yes Go To 2 . No Go To 3 .
2. DRIVE TRAIN CONTROL MODULE (DTCM) The DTCM has detected an internal failure. View repair Repair Replace the Drive Train Control Module (DTCM) in accordance with Service Information. Refer to «MODULE, DRIVETRAIN CONTROL, REMOVAL»(ref-481399-S27639586382012062200000) . Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .
3. INTERMITTENT WIRING AND CONNECTORS The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this circuit. Wiggle test the wiring harness and connectors while checking for shorted and open circuits. Using the scan tool, monitor the data related to this circuit while performing the wiggle test. Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset. Were there any problems found? Yes Repair as necessary. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Test Complete.

1. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE NOTE: For vehicle communication problems, use the scan tool to refer to the Network Review Screen. The screen depicts a high level view of the vehicle network. Fault and problem areas appear in red. Selecting any of the network components allows access to the source of the problem. Turn the ignition on. With the scan tool, read active DTCs. Is the DTC active at this time? Yes Refer to «U0002-00-CAN C BUS OFF PERFORMANCE»(ref-481480-S22175851222012062200000) and perform the U0002-CAN C Bus Off Performance diagnostic procedure. No Refer to «COMMUNICATION - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-481425-S13286672292012062200000) and perform the Stored Lost Communication DTCs diagnostic procedure.

1. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, read the DTCs. Is the DTC Active at this time? Yes Refer to «U0100-00-LOST COMMUNICATION WITH ECM/PCM»(ref-481480-S06482553562012062200000) and perform the U0100-Lost Communication with ECM/PCM diagnostic procedure. No Refer to «COMMUNICATION - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-481425-S13286672292012062200000) and perform the Stored Lost Communication DTCs diagnostic procedure.

1. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE NOTE: For vehicle communication problems, use the scan tool to refer to the network review screen. This screen depicts a high level view of the vehicle network. Fault and problem areas appear in red. Selecting any of the network components allows access to the source of the problem. Ignition on, engine not running. With a scan tool, read DTCs. Is the DTC active at this time? Yes Refer to «U0101-00-LOST COMMUNICATION WITH TCM»(ref-481480-S35286603532012062200000) and perform the U0101-Lost Communication with TCM diagnostic procedure. No Refer to «COMMUNICATION - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-481425-S13286672292012062200000) and perform the Stored Lost Communication DTCs diagnostic procedure.

1. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, select view DTCs. Is the DTC Active at this time? Yes Refer to «U0121-00-LOST COMMUNICATION WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL MODULE»(ref-481480-S38356120892012062200000) and perform the U0121-Lost Communication with Anti-Lock Brake Module diagnostic procedure. No Refer to «COMMUNICATION - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-481425-S13286672292012062200000) and perform the Stored Lost Communication DTCs diagnostic procedure.

1. VERIFY DTC IS ACTIVE Turn the ignition on. With the scan tool, read active DTCs. Is this DTC active? Yes Refer to «U0141-LOST COMMUNICATION WITH IPM (BCM)»(ref-481474-S27637120012012062200000) and perform the U0141-Lost Communication with IPM (BCM) diagnostic procedure. No Refer to «COMMUNICATION - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-481425-S13286672292012062200000) and perform the Stored Lost Communication DTCs diagnostic procedure.

1. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE NOTE: For vehicle communication problems, use the scan tool to refer to the network review screen. This screen depicts a high level view of the vehicle network. Fault and problem areas appear in red. Selecting any of the network components allows access to the source of the problem. Ignition on, engine not running. With a scan tool, read DTCs. Is the DTC active at this time? Yes Refer to «U0212-00-LOST COMMUNICATION WITH SCM»(ref-481480-S20861565722012062200000) and perform the U0212-Lost Communication with SCM diagnostic procedure. No Refer to «COMMUNICATION - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-481425-S13286672292012062200000) and perform the Stored Lost Communication DTCs diagnostic procedure.

1. DTC IS ACTIVE NOTE: Diagnose all CAN B and C communication DTCs before continuing. Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, read DTCs. Is the status Active for this DTC? Yes Go To 2 . No Go To 3 .
2. CHECK FOR PCM DTCS Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, read the DTCs in the PCM. Are there any PCM DTCs present? Yes Refer to «3.6L - DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX»(ref-481486) or «5.7L - DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX»(ref-481493) or «6.4L - DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX»(ref-481500) and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure. No Replace the Drive Train Control Module (DTCM) in accordance with the Service Information. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .
3. INTERMITTENT WIRING HARNESS AND CONNECTORS The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring harness and connectors. Wiggle test the wiring harness and connectors while monitoring the scan tool data relative to this circuit. Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset during the wiggle test. Were any problems found? Yes Repair as necessary. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Test complete.

1. DTC IS ACTIVE NOTE: Diagnose all CAN B and C communication DTCs before continuing. Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, read DTCs. Is the status Active for this DTC? Yes Go To 2 . No Go To 3 .
2. CHECK FOR TCM DTCS Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, read the DTCs in the TCM. Are there any TCM DTCs present? Yes Refer to «TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) - DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX - 8HP45 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION»(ref-481508) or «NAG1 DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX»(ref-481507-S15817653562012062200000) and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure. No Replace the Drive Train Control Module (DTCM) in accordance with the Service Information. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .
3. INTERMITTENT WIRING HARNESS AND CONNECTORS The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring harness and connectors. Wiggle test the wiring harness and connectors while monitoring the scan tool data relative to this circuit. Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset during the wiggle test. Were any problems found? Yes Repair as necessary. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Test complete.

1. DTC IS ACTIVE NOTE: Diagnose all CAN B and C communication DTCs before continuing. Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, read the DTCs. Is the status Active for this DTC? Yes Go To 2 . No Go To 3 .
2. CHECK FOR ABS DTCS Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, read the DTCs in the ABS Module. Are there any ABS DTCs present? Yes Refer to «ABS - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-481415-S27152086002012062200000) and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure. No Replace the Drive Train Control Module (DTCM) in accordance with the Service Information. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .
3. INTERMITTENT WIRING HARNESS AND CONNECTORS The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring harness and connectors. Wiggle test the wiring harness and connectors while monitoring the scan tool data relative to this circuit. Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset during the wiggle test. Were any problems found? Yes Repair as necessary. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Test complete.

1. DTC IS ACTIVE NOTE: Diagnose all CAN B and C communication DTCs before continuing. Ignition on, engine not running. With the scan tool, read DTCs. Is the status Active for this DTC? Yes Go To 2 . No Go To 3 .
2. CHECK FOR SCM DTCS With the scan tool, read the DTCs in the SCM. Are there any SCM DTCs present? Yes Refer to «SCM - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-481475-S29565704022012062200000) and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure. No Replace the Drive Train Control Module (DTCM) in accordance with the Service Information. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) .
3. INTERMITTENT WIRING HARNESS AND CONNECTORS The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring harness and connectors. Wiggle test the wiring harness and connectors while monitoring the scan tool data relative to this circuit. Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset during the wiggle test. Were any problems found? Yes Repair as necessary. Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to «STANDARD PROCEDURE - DTCM VERIFICATION TEST»(ref-481474-S25904731152012062200000) . No Test complete.

1. DTCM VERIFICATION TEST Disconnect all jumper wires and reconnect all previously disconnected components and connectors. With the scan tool, erase DTCs. Make sure that all accessories are turned off and that the battery is fully charged. Test drive the vehicle and verify proper operation. With the scan tool, read DTCs in the DTCM. Are there any DTCs present in the Drive Train Control Module (DTCM)? Yes Refer to «DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING»(ref-481474-S08050677182012062200000) and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure. No Repair is complete.