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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2011JOURNEY R/T, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSINTRUSION TRANSCEIVER MODULE (ITM) - ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICSDTC TROUBLESHOOTINGB1A20-00-PRE-ARM TIMEOUTDIAGNOSTIC TEST
2011 Dodge and Ram Journey R/T, AWD
Diagnostic Test
2011 Dodge and Ram Journey R/T, AWDSECTION Diagnostic Test
- CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)Β NOTE:
Diagnose any related Communication DTCs before continuing.
- Turn the ignition off and remove the key from the ignition.
- Lock and close all doors to allow the VTSS to go from pre-arm to armed status and wait one minute.
- Disarm the VTSS.
- With the scan tool, read DTCs.
Does the scan tool display this DTC as active?
YesΒ
- Remove the Cluster/CCN and inspect the Fused B (+) and both CAN Interior Bus circuits for spread terminals, corrosion or intermittent opens.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
NoΒ
- 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 correct pin tension.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.