Diagnostic Test

2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara, RWDSECTION Diagnostic Test
  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, record and erase DTCs.
    3. Wait 30 seconds.
    4. With the scan tool, read DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display this DTC as active?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  2

      No 

      • The condition that caused this code to set is not present at this time. Check for an intermittent condition by inspecting the related wiring harness for chafed, pierced, pinched, and partially broken wires. Also inspect the related connectors for broken, bent, pushed out, spread, corroded, or contaminated terminals.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) - Standard Procedure
  2. (D506) LIN BUS CIRCUIT
    Fig 1: Identifying Switch Bank Module Harness Connector
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    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the Switch Bank Module harness connector.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. Measure the voltage of the (D506) LIN BUS circuit.

      Is the voltage above 5 volts?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  4

      No 

      • Go to step  3
  3. (D506) LIN BUS CIRCUIT OPEN
    Fig 2: Checking LIN Bus Circuit For Open
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    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the Cluster C2 harness connector.
    3. Measure the resistance of the (D506) LIN BUS circuit.

      Is the resistance below 10K ohms?

      Yes 

      No 

  4. (A418)/(A909) FUSED B+ CIRCUIT OPEN
    Fig 3: Checking Fused B+ Circuit For Open
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    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the (A418)/(A909) Fused B+ circuit at the Switch Bank Module harness connector.

      Does the test light illuminate brightly?

      Yes 

      • Go to step  5

      No 

  5. (Z911) GROUND CIRCUIT OPEN 
    Fig 4: Checking Ground Circuit For Open
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    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Using a 12-volt test light connected to 12-volts, check the (Z911) Ground circuit at the Switch Bank Module harness connector.

      Does the test light illuminate brightly?

      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.