Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Jeep Liberty Limited, 4WD, Part TimeFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
PCM Message Not Received
Monitored & Set Condition
- When Monitored: With the ignition in run, and the IOD fuse installed.
- Set Condition: The BCM does not receive any messages from the PCM for at least 30 seconds.
Possible Causes:
- PCM Message Not Received
- Attempt To Communicate With the PCM
- PCI Bus circuit Open
- Powertrain Control Module
Testing
- Turn the ignition on. With the DRBIII(R), enter Body Computer, system Tests then PCM Monitor. Does the DRBIII(R) display: PCM is active on BUS? If yes, with the DRBIII(R), erase DTC's. Cycle the ignition switch and check for BCM DTC's. If DTC resets, replace the Body Control Module. BODY CONTROL MODULEΒ . Perform BODY VERIFICATION TESTΒ . If no, go to next step.
- Turn the ignition on. With the DRBIII(R), attempt to communicate with the PCM. Was the DRBIII(R) able to communicate with the PCM? If yes, go to next step. If no, see COMMUNICATIONS in DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE IDENTIFICATIONΒ table. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TESTΒ .
- Turn the ignition off. Disconnect the PCM C3 harness connector. Connect the diagnostic junction port tester No. 8339 to the diagnostic junction port. Measure the resistance of the PCI Bus circuit between the diagnostic junction port tester and the PCM connector. Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms? If yes, replace the Powertrain Control Module. See POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULEΒ . Perform BODY VERIFICATION TESTΒ . If no, repair the PCI Bus circuit for an open. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TESTΒ .
NOTE:
Do not connect the tester to the DRBIII(R).
Factory Service Tools
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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.
