Diagnostic Test

2006 Dodge and Ram Magnum SE, 42RLESECTION Diagnostic Test
  1. 1)  INTERMITTENT CONDITION 

    Turn the ignition on.

    With the Scan Tool, clear all FCM DTC's.

    Turn the Rear Wipers on.

    With the Scan Tool, read the Rear Wiper DTC's.

    Does the Scan Tool read: B230E-REAR WIPER PARK SWITCH INPUT CIRCUIT OPEN? 

    Yes 

    1. Go To 2.

    No 

    1. The condition that caused the symptom is currently not present. Inspect the related wiring for a possible intermittent condition. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
    2. Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .
  2. 2)   (W17) REAR WIPER PARK SWITCH SENSE CIRCUIT OPEN
    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Of Rear Wiper Park Switch Sense Circuit
    GC0040932Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

    Turn the ignition off.

    Disconnect the Rear Wiper Motor connector.

    Disconnect the FCM C1 harness connector.

    Measure the resistance of the (W17) Rear Wiper Park Switch Sense circuit.

    Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms? 

    Yes 

    1. Repair the (W17) Rear Wiper Park Switch Sense circuit for an open condition.
    2. Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .

    No 

    1. Replace the Front Control Module in accordance with the service information.
    2. Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .
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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.