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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2011JOURNEY R/T, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTINFOTAINMENTRADIO FREQUENCY MODULE (RF HUB) - ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICSDTC TROUBLESHOOTINGU1197-00-SECURITY SEED RESPONSE NOT RECEIVED FROM ECM/PCMDIAGNOSTIC TEST
2011 Dodge and Ram Journey R/T, AWD
Diagnostic Test
2011 Dodge and Ram Journey R/T, AWDSECTION Diagnostic Test
- VERIFY PCM DTCs
- Using the scan tool, record and erase all codes in the PCM.
- Turn the Ignition Off, and wait fifteen seconds before turning the Ignition On.
- Wait one minute, and read the active PCM codes.
Does the scan tool display any starting, ignition or charging DTCs?
Yes
- Refer to DTC INDEX and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure(s).
No
- Go To 2.
- VERIFY PCM PROGRAMMING
- Using the scan tool, erase all codes in the RF Hub module.
- Turn the Ignition Off, and wait fifteen seconds before turning the Ignition On.
- Wait one minute, and read the active RF Hub DTCs.
Does the scan tool display; U1197-00-SECURITY SEED RESPONSE NOT RECEIVED FROM ECM/PCM?
Yes
- Program the Powertrain Control Module in accordance with the Service Information.
- Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE for 2.4L, STANDARD PROCEDURE for 3.6L and perform the POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST.
No
- Test complete, the condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagrams as a guide, check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals and poor pin fit.
- Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE and perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST.
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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.