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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2013WRANGLER SPORT, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 171 ((RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB) MODULE - ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICS))DTC TROUBLESHOOTINGB2254-00-COLUMN LOCK MODULE INTERNALDIAGNOSTIC TEST
2013 Jeep Wrangler Sport, Automatic Trans

Diagnostic Test

2013 Jeep Wrangler Sport, Automatic TransSECTION Diagnostic Test
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  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    1. With the scan tool, record and erase the RF Hub DTCs.
    2. Turn the ignition off.
    3. Arm the Vehicle Theft and Security System (VTSS) and wait one minute.
    4. Disarm the VTSS by using the FOBIK.
    5. Turn the ignition on.
    6. Wait one minute.
    7. With the scan tool, read the active RF Hub Module DTCs.

      Is the DTC active?

      Yes 

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      No 

      • The condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagrams as a guide, check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals, and correct pin tension and repair as necessary. If no problems are found, test complete.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
  2. PERSONALIZE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE 
    1. With the scan tool, erase the DTCs in the RF Hub Module.
    2. With the scan tool, perform the Steering Wheel Lock Module (ELV) "Replaced routine".
    3. Turne the Ignition off, wait 15 seconds then turn the ignition back on.
    4. Press the ignition switch on and off several times then leave the ignition in the run position.
    5. With the scan tool, read RF Hub DTCs.

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

      • Replace the Steering Column Lock Module in accordance with the service information. The Radio Frequency Hub (RF Hub) must also be replaced along with the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV). When replacing the RF Hub and the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV), the RF Hub MUST be programmed BEFORE the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV) is programmed.  .
      • Replace and program the Radio Frequency Hub (RF Hub) in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB), REMOVAL .
      • Replace and program the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV) in accordance with the Service Information.
      • Perform the RADIO FREQUENCY HUB (RF HUB) VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

      No 

      • The condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagrams as a guide, check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals, and correct pin tension and repair as necessary. If no problems are found, test complete.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
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