Diagnostic Test

2009 Jeep Compass Limited, ED3, AWD, Automatic CVTSECTION Diagnostic Test
  1. TEST FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITION 
    NOTE: Check for any TSB(s) related to the condition. If a TSB applies, perform the procedure outlined in the TSB before continuing.
    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, record and erase TIPM DTCs.
    3. Cycle the ignition from on to off 3 times.
    4. Turn the ignition on.
    5. With the scan tool, read active TIPM DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display this DTC as active?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  2

      No 

      • The conditions that caused this code to set are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.
  2. ANTILOCK BRAKE MODULE - INTERNAL SHORT 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the Antilock Brake Module harness connector.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, record and erase TIPM DTCs.
    5. Cycle the ignition from on to off 3 times.
    6. Turn the ignition on.
    7. With the scan tool, read active TIPM DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display this DTC as active?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  3

      No 

  3. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE - INTERNAL SHORT 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
      NOTE: If vehicle is not equipped with this module, answer yes to the question.
    2. Disconnect the Powertrain Control Module C1 harness connector.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, record and erase TIPM DTCs.
    5. Cycle the ignition from on to off 3 times.
    6. Turn the ignition on.
    7. With the scan tool, read active TIPM DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display this DTC as active?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  4

      No 

  4. TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (CVT) - INTERNAL SHORT 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
      NOTE: If vehicle is not equipped with this module, answer yes to the question.
    2. Disconnect the Transmission Control Module C1 harness connector.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, record and erase TIPM DTCs.
    5. Cycle the ignition from on to off 3 times.
    6. Turn the ignition on.
    7. With the scan tool, read active TIPM DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display this DTC as active?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  5

      No 

  5. ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (DIESEL ONLY) - INTERNAL SHORT 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
      NOTE: If vehicle is not equipped with this module, answer yes to the question.
    2. Disconnect the Engine Control Module C1 harness connector.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, record and erase TIPM DTCs.
    5. Cycle the ignition from on to off 3 times.
    6. Turn the ignition on.
    7. With the scan tool, read active TIPM DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display this DTC as active?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  6

      No 

  6. STEERING ANGLE SENSOR- INTERNAL SHORT 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
      NOTE: If vehicle is not equipped with this sensor, answer yes to the question.
    2. Disconnect the Steering Angle Sensor harness connector.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, record and erase TIPM DTCs.
    5. Cycle the ignition from on to off 3 times.
    6. Turn the ignition on.
    7. With the scan tool, read active TIPM DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display this DTC as active?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  7

      No 

  7. ALL WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL (AWD) MODULE - INTERNAL SHORT 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
      NOTE: If vehicle is not equipped with this module, answer yes to the question.
    2. Disconnect the AWD Module harness connector.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, record and erase TIPM DTCs.
    5. Cycle the ignition from on to off 3 times.
    6. Turn the ignition on.
    7. With the scan tool, read active TIPM DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display this DTC as active?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  8

      No 

  8. (D65) CAN C BUS (+) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE 
    Fig 1: Checking CAN C BUS (+) Circuit For Short To Voltage
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    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the Totally Integrated Power Module C2 and C3 harness connectors.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. Measure the voltage between the (D65) CAN C Bus (+) circuit and ground on both connectors.

      Is there any voltage present?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  9
  9. (D64) CAN C BUS (-) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE 
    Fig 2: Checking CAN C Bus (-) Circuit For Short To Voltage
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    1. Measure the voltage between the (D64) CAN C Bus (-) circuit and ground.

      Is there any voltage present?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  10
  10. (D65) CAN C BUS (+) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND 
    Fig 3: Checking CAN C Bus (+) Circuit For Short To Ground
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    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Measure the resistance between ground and the (D65) CAN C Bus (+) circuit.

      Is any resistance present?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  11
  11. (D64) CAN C BUS (-) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND 
    Fig 4: Checking CAN C Bus (-) Circuit For Short To Ground
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    1. Measure the resistance between ground and the (D64) CAN C Bus (-) circuit.

      Is any resistance present?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go to step  12
  12. (D65) CAN C BUS (+) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO (D64) CAN C BUS (-) CIRCUIT 
    Fig 5: Checking CAN C Bus (+) Circuit For Short To CAN C Bus (-) Circuit
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    1. Measure the resistance between the (D65) CAN C Bus (+) circuit and the (D64) CAN C Bus (-) circuit.

      Is any resistance 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.