Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Diagnostic Test
2023 Jeep Cherokee TrailhawkSECTION Diagnostic Test
CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC
- With the scan tool, read the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) DTCs and record on the repair order.
Is the DTC active?
Yes
- If the Downshift Paddle Shift Switch is free of any debris or foreign material that may cause a stuck switch. If no problem is found, replace the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, STEERING COLUMN CONTROL (SCCM), REMOVAL and MODULE, STEERING COLUMN CONTROL (SCCM), INSTALLATION .
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Test complete. The condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are not present at this time.
- Perform the appropriate TESTING FOR AN INTERMITTENT diagnostic procedure. Refer to TESTING FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION .
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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.