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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2009PATRIOT LIMITED, EDG, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTCOMMUNICATION DEVICESDTCS B163C TO B2112 (TIPM)B1668-REVERSE LAMP CONTROL CIRCUIT HIGHDIAGNOSTIC TEST

2009 Jeep Patriot Limited, EDG, Standard

Diagnostic Test

2009 Jeep Patriot Limited, EDG, StandardSECTION Diagnostic Test

TEST FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITION
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Clear all TIPM DTCs.
3. Shift the transmission into reverse.
4. With the scan tool, read DTCs.
  Does the scan tool read: B1668-REVERSE LAMP CONTROL CIRCUIT HIGH?
  
  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.
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) - Standard Procedure .
(L1) BACK-UP LAMP FEED CIRCUIT SHORT TO VOLTAGE

Fig 1: Checking Back-Up Lamp Feed Circuit For Short To Voltage
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1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Disconnect the TIPM C8 harness connector.
3. Turn the ignition on.
4. Measure the voltage on the (L1) Back-up Lamp Feed circuit.
  Is the voltage greater than 10.0 volts?
  
  Yes
  - Repair the (L1) Back-up Lamp Feed circuit for a short to voltage.
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) - Standard Procedure .
  No
  - Replace the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) in accordance with the service information.
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) - Standard Procedure .

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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.