Diagnostic Test

2008 Jeep Liberty Sport, RWD, StandardSECTION Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Jeep Patriot and 2009 Jeep Compass. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. TEST FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITION 
    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. Clear all TIPM DTCs
    3. Turn the Left Turn Signal on.
    4. Using the scan tool, read DTCs.

      Does the scan tool read: B1644-REAR LEFT TURN CONTROL CIRCUIT HIGH?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  2

      No 

  2. LEFT REAR TURN SIGNAL BULB 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Inspect the Left Rear Turn Signal Bulb Assembly.

      Is the inoperative bulb OK?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  3

      No 

  3. (L63) LEFT REAR TURN SIGNAL CONTROL CIRCUIT OPEN 
    Fig 1: Checking Left Rear Turn Signal Control Circuit For Open
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    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the TIPM C3 harness connector.
    3. Disconnect the Left Rear Tail Lamp harness connector.
    4. Measure the resistance of the (L63) Left Rear Turn Signal Control circuit.

      Is the resistance above 5.0 Ohms?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  4
  4. (L63) LEFT REAR TURN SIGNAL CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE 
    Fig 2: Checking Left Rear Turn Signal Control Circuit For Short To Voltage
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    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. Measure for voltage on the (L63) Left Rear Turn Signal Control circuit.

      Is there any voltage present?

      Yes 

      No 

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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.