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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2023DURANGO R/T PREMIUM, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSPOWER LIFTGATE MODULE (PLGM) - DTCS B1882-92 TO U0422-00DTC TROUBLESHOOTINGB18E1-11 POWER LIFTGATE FRONT ZONE SWITCH-CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUNDDIAGNOSTIC TEST

2023 Dodge and Ram Durango R/T Premium, AWD

Diagnostic Test

2023 Dodge and Ram Durango R/T Premium, AWDSECTION Diagnostic Test

CHECK FOR ACTIVE DTCs
1. With the scan tool, record the DTCs.
2. Erase the DTCs.
3. Cycle the ignition off, wait 10 seconds, then cycle the ignition on.
4. Operate the liftgate several times from the front switch.
5. With the scan tool, read the Active DTCs.
  Does the scan tool display; B18E1-11-POWER LIFTGATE FRONT ZONE SWITCH - CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 2
  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 correct pin tension.
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
CHECK THE (G25) LIFTGATE RELEASE SWITCH SENSE FOR A SHORT
1. Disconnect the Front Power Liftgate Switch harness connector in the overhead console.
2. Erase the DTCs.
3. Cycle the ignition off, wait 10 seconds, then cycle the ignition on.
4. With the scan tool, read the Active DTCs.
  Does the scan tool display; B18E1-11-POWER LIFTGATE FRONT ZONE SWITCH - CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND?
  
  Yes
  - Go To 3
  No
  - Replace the Front Power Liftgate Switch (Overhead Console) in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to CONSOLE, OVERHEAD, FRONT, REMOVAL .
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
CHECK THE (G25) LIFTGATE RELEASE SWITCH SENSE CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
1. Cycle the ignition off.
2. Disconnect the Power Liftgate Module C2 harness connector.
3. Measure the resistance between ground and the (G25) Liftgate Release Switch Sense circuit.
  Is the resistance below 10K Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (G25) Liftgate Release Switch Sense circuit for a short to ground.
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - Replace the Power Liftgate Module in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, POWER LIFTGATE (PLGM), REMOVAL .
  - Test complete. Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to 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.