2006 Dodge and Ram Magnum SXT, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Diagnostic Test

  1. 1)  TEST FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITION 

    Turn the ignition on.

    NOTE: Ensure the IOD fuse is installed and battery voltage is between 10.0 and 16.0 volts.

    With the scan tool, select ECU View.

    NOTE: A red X will be next to the module that is not communicating, indicating that the module is not active on the Bus network. A green check indicates that the module is active on the Bus network.

    Does the scan tool display a red X next to the module? 

    Yes 

    1. Go To step  2).

    No 

    1. The no response condition is not present at this time. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring for chafed, pierced, pinched, and partially broken wires and the wiring harness connectors for broken, bent, pushed out, and corroded terminals.
  2. 2)  (A913) FUSED B(+) CIRCUIT OPEN OR SHORTED 
    Fig 1: Checking Steering Control Module Fused B(+) Circuit
    GC0015833Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

    Turn the ignition off.

    Disconnect/remove the Steering Control Module harness connector.

    Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the (A913) Fused B(+) circuit.

    Does the test light illuminate brightly? 

    Yes 

    1. Go To step  3).

    No 

    1. Repair the (A913) Fused B(+) circuit for an open or short.
    2. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.(Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1) .
  3. 3)  (Z910) GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN 
    Fig 2: Checking Steering Control Module Ground Circuit
    GC0015834Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

    Using a 12-volt test light connected to 12-volts, check the (Z910) ground circuit.

    Does the test light illuminate brightly? 

    Yes 

    1. Go To step  4).

    No 

    1. Repair the (Z910) ground circuit for an open.
    2. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.(Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1) .
  4. 4)  (D55) AND (D54) CAN B BUS CIRCUITS OPEN 
    Fig 3: Checking Steering Control Module CAN B BUS Circuits
    GC0015835Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
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  • • 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.
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