Diagnostic Test

2011 Dodge and Ram Journey R/T, AWDSECTION Diagnostic Test
  1. TEST FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITION 
    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, record and erase the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
    3. Press and release the Mirror Select switch to select the Driver Outside Rearview Mirror.
    4. Operate the Mirror Adjust switch in all directions several times.
    5. Cycle the ignition from on to off three times.
    6. Turn the ignition on.
    7. With the scan tool, read the DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display; B1D1E-13-DRIVER MIRROR VERTICAL MOTOR CONTROL - CIRCUIT OPEN?

      Yes 

      • Go To  2.

      No 

      • The conditions that caused this code to set are not present at this time. For vehicles equipped with folding outside rearview mirrors, repeat test with mirror folded. If DTC is now active, Go To  2. Otherwise, use the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide and inspect the wiring and connectors.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  2. CHECK MIRROR AND HARNESS FOR AN OPEN 
    Fig 1: Checking Mirror & Harness For An Open
    GC0149213Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    1. Gain access to the Driver Door Module but do not disconnect the Mirror (DDM C2) connector.
    2. Using a 12 volt test light, backprobe and connect one lead to the (P71) Driver Mirror Vertical Driver circuit and the other lead to the (P73) Driver Mirror Common Driver circuit in the Driver Outside Rearview Mirror (Component Side) connector (DDM C2).
    3. While moving the mirror adjust switch up and down, observe the test light.

      Does the test light illuminate brightly when the switch is moved in either direction?

      Yes 

      No 

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