Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Chrysler Voyager ECFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Overhead Liftgate/Lockout Switches Short
NOTE:
After making any repairs, perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST under VERIFICATION TESTS.
- Using scan tool, erase DTCs. Turn ignition off. Wait approximately 10 seconds. Turn ignition on. Operate liftgate from overhead console switch. Recheck for DTCs. If OVERHEAD LIFTGATE/LOCKOUT SWITCHES SHORT resets, go to next step. If OVERHEAD LIFTGATE/LOCKOUT SWITCHES SHORT does not reset, system is operating properly at this time. Check for intermittent poor connections or faulty circuits.
- Using scan tool, erase DTCs. Disconnect overhead console switch. Overhead console will need to be removed to access switch connector. See OVERHEAD CONSOLE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Turn ignition off. Wait approximately 10 seconds. Turn ignition on. Recheck for DTCs. If OVERHEAD LIFTGATE/LOCKOUT SWITCHES SHORT resets, go to next step. If OVERHEAD LIFTGATE/LOCKOUT SWITCHES SHORT does not reset, replace overhead console switch assembly.
- Locate and disconnect Body Control Module (BCM) connector C2. See COMPONENT LOCATIONS . See Figure. Using DVOM, measure resistance between ground and BCM connector C2 terminal No. 6 (Violet/Tan wire). If resistance is greater than 500 ohms, replace BCM. See BODY CONTROL MODULE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. If resistance is 500 ohms or less, repair short to ground in Violet/Tan wire.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.