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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM20241500 TRXREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTCOMMUNICATION DEVICESDRIVETRAIN CONTROL MODULE (DTCM) FULL TIME - DTCS C00A7-12 TO C140A-19 - 1500DTC TROUBLESHOOTINGC1403-13-TRANSFER CASE RANGE POSITION SENSOR-CIRCUIT OPENDIAGNOSTIC TEST

2024 Dodge and Ram 1500 TRX

Diagnostic Test

2024 Dodge and Ram 1500 TRXSECTION Diagnostic Test

READ AND RECORD DTCS AND ENVIRONMENTAL DATA - ERASE DTCS AND CHECK FOR THE DTC TO RETURN
1. With the scan tool, read DTCs in all Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and record on the repair order.
2. With the scan tool, run a Vehicle Scan Report or record the Environmental Data.
3. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
4. Turn the ignition off for at least 10.0 seconds.
5. Turn the ignition on.
6. Using the recorded Environmental Data and the When Monitored Conditions, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
7. With the scan tool, read DTCs.
  Did the DTC return?
  
  Yes
  - Go To Next Step
  No
  - Perform the TESTING FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION procedure. Refer to TESTING FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
ISOLATE AND CHECK THE (T310) POSITION SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN/HIGH RESISTANCE
1. The ignition must be off when checking the continuity of a circuit.
2. Isolate the circuit by disconnecting the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and the component harness connectors containing the circuit being tested. Note: Use the wiring diagram as a guide to follow the path of the circuit. Check the disconnected connectors and related harnesses for damage, corrosion, and loose fitting terminals.
3. Before testing a circuit, measure the resistance between the two leads of the Digital Volt-Ohm Meter (DVOM). Note: Resistance in the meter leads can cause an error in the test results.
4. Connect one lead of the DVOM to the circuit being tested at the component harness connector.
5. Connect the other lead to the circuit being tested at the ECU harness connector and measure the resistance of the circuit.
  NOTE:
  When back-probing a circuit at a harness connector, always use an appropriate back probing tool to prevent damage to the connector terminals.
  
  Is the resistance below 3.0 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Go To Next Step
  No
  - Repair the circuit for an open or high resistance.
  - Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTCM VERIFICATION TEST .
ISOLATE AND CHECK THE (T304) SENSOR RETURN CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN/HIGH RESISTANCE
1. The ignition must be off when checking the continuity of a circuit.
2. Isolate the circuit by disconnecting the ECU and the component harness connectors containing the circuit being tested. Note: Use the wiring diagram as a guide to follow the path of the circuit. Check the disconnected connectors and related harnesses for damage, corrosion, and loose fitting terminals.
3. Before testing a circuit, measure the resistance between the two leads of the DVOM. Note: Resistance in the meter leads can cause an error in the test results.
4. Connect one lead of the DVOM to the circuit being tested at the component harness connector.
5. Connect the other lead to the circuit being tested at the ECU harness connector and measure the resistance of the circuit.
  NOTE:
  When back-probing a circuit at a harness connector, always use an appropriate back probing tool to prevent damage to the connector terminals.
  
  Is the resistance below 3.0 Ohms?
  
  Yes
  - Go To Next Step
  No
  - Repair the circuit for an open or high resistance.
  - Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTCM VERIFICATION TEST .
REPLACE THE TRANSFER CASE RANGE POSITION SENSOR AND CHECK FOR THE DTC TO RETURN
1. Replace the Transfer Case Range Position Sensor in accordance with the Service Information. .
2. Connect the component and ECU harness connectors.
3. Turn the ignition on.
4. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
5. Using the Environmental Data or When Monitored information above, operate the vehicle within the conditions that set the DTC.
6. With the scan tool, read DTCs.
  Did the DTC return?
  
  Yes
  - Go To Next Step
  No
  - Replacing the Transfer Case Range Position Sensor corrected the condition.
  - Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTCM VERIFICATION TEST .
CHECK RELATED HARNESS CONNECTIONS
1. Disconnect all Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) harness connectors.
2. Disconnect all related in-line harness connections (if equipped).
3. Disconnect the related component harness connectors.
4. Inspect harness connectors, component connectors, and all male and female terminals for the following conditions:
  - Proper connector installation.
  - Damaged connector locks.
  - Corrosion.
  - Other signs of water intrusion.
  - Weather seal damage (if equipped).
  - Bent terminals.
  - Overheating due to a poor connection (terminal may be discolored due to excessive current draw).
  - Terminals that have been pushed back into the connector cavity.
  - Perform a terminal drag test on each connector terminal to verify proper terminal tension.
  Repair any conditions that are found.
5. Reconnect all DTCM harness connectors. Be certain that all harness connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
6. Reconnect all in-line harness connectors (if equipped). Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
7. Reconnect all related component harness connectors. Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
8. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
9. Using the recorded Environmental Data, along with the When Monitored and Set Conditions above, operate the vehicle in the conditions that set the DTC.
10. With the scan tool, read DTCM DTCs.
  Did the DTC return?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the DTCM in accordance with the Service information. Refer to MODULE, DRIVETRAIN CONTROL (DTCM), REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  - Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTCM VERIFICATION TEST .
  No
  - The wiring or poor connection problem has been repaired.
  - Perform the DTCM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTCM 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.