Diagnostic Test

2013 Dodge and Ram Journey Crew, AWDSECTION Diagnostic Test
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  1. ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MODULE DTCS PRESENT 
    NOTE:

    Make sure all tire/wheel sizes match and are at the correct tire pressure before continuing with this test.

    1. Ignition on, engine not running.
    2. With the scan tool, read DTCs in the ABS Module.

      Are there any ABS DTCs present?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go To  2.
  2. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE 
    NOTE:

    This DTC must be active for the results of this test to be valid.

    1. Ignition on, engine not running.
    2. With the scan tool, read and record DTCs.
    3. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    4. Cycle the ignition switch from off to on.
    5. With the scan tool, read and record DTCs.

      Is the DTC active at this time?

      Yes 

      • Go To  3.

      No 

      • Go To  4.
  3. INCORRECT VALUE PROGRAMMED INTO BCM 
    TIRE SIZE BODY STYLE ENGINE SIZE SALES CODE TIRE CIRCUMFERENCE (MM PER REV)
    P225/70R 16 ALL SEASON JC ALL TRD 2206
    225/65R 17 BSW TOURING JC ALL TRF 2220
    225/65R 16 BSW THREE SEASON JC ALL TUJ 2130
    P225/65R 17 BSW A/S TOURING JC ALL TVK 2230
    225/55R 19 BSW THREE SEASON JC ALL TWC 2250
    P225//55R 19 BSW AS TOURING JC ALL TWV 2270
    1. Verify the correct tire/wheel information is programmed in the BCM.

      Is the correct value programmed in the BCM according to the chart?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Program the correct Tire/Wheel information in the BCM.
      • Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTCM VERIFICATION TEST .
  4. INTERMITTENT WIRING AND CONNECTORS 
    1. The conditions necessary to set this DTC are not present at this time.
    2. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this circuit.
    3. Wiggle test the wiring harness and connectors while checking for shorted and open circuits.
    4. Using the scan tool, monitor the data related to this circuit while performing the wiggle test. Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset.

      Were there any problems found?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Test Complete.
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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.