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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2023CHEROKEE ALTITUDE LUXREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING COLUMN(ELECTRONIC STEERING LOCK (ESL) MODULE - ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICS)STANDARD PROCEDURESELECTRONIC STEERING LOCK (ESL) VERIFICATION TEST
2023 Jeep Cherokee Altitude LUX

Electronic Steering Lock (ESL) Verification Test

2023 Jeep Cherokee Altitude LUXSECTION Electronic Steering Lock (ESL) Verification Test

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article  .

  1. CHECK THE FUSES AND ERASE DTCS 
    1. Connect any disconnected harness connectors.
    2. Replace any blown fuses.
    3. With the Scan Tool, erase DTCs.
    4. Cycle the Ignition Switch from ON to OFF.
    5. Start the Engine.

      Does the Engine start?

      Yes 

      • Go to  2

      No 

      • With the Scan Tool, read DTCs and refer to the appropriate Diagnostic Procedure.
  2. CHECK THE STEERING WHEEL WITH THE ENGINE ON 
    1. Attempt to turn the steering wheel.

      Does the steering wheel turn?

      Yes 

      • Go To  3

      No 

      • With the Scan Tool, read DTCs and refer to the appropriate Diagnostic Procedure. If no DTCs are present, check for mechanical binding in the steering column and steering linkage. Refer to the appropriate Service Procedure.
  3. CHECK THE STEERING WHEEL WITH THE IGNITION OFF 
    1. Turn the Ignition Switch OFF.
    2. Attempt to turn the steering wheel.

      Does the steering wheel turn?

      Yes 

      • With the Scan Tool, read DTCs and refer to the appropriate Diagnostic Procedure. If no DTCs are present, inspect ESL Module locking pin for proper movement. Refer to the appropriate Service Procedure.

      No 

      • Test is complete.
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