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 Procedure
| Step | INSPECTION | ACTION | |
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| 1 | VERIFY PCM DTCsÂ
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Yes | Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the applicable DTC troubleshooting. (See DTC TABLE [PCM (VIN Y)] .) (See DTC TABLE [PCM (SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (VIN M))] .) |
| No | Go to the next step. | ||
| 2 | INSPECT BATTERYÂ
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Yes | Go to the next step. |
| No | Recharge or replace the battery, then go to Step 6. (See BATTERY RECHARGING .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [VIN Y] .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (VIN M)] .) |
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| 3 | INSPECT GENERATORÂ
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Yes | Go to the next step. |
| No | Replace the generator, then go to Step 6. (See GENERATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [VIN Y] .) (See GENERATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (VIN M)] .) |
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| 4 | INSPECT POWER LIFTGATE (PLG) CONTROL MODULE CONNECTOR CONDITIONÂ
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Yes | Go to the next step. |
| No | Repair or replace the connector, then go to Step 6. | ||
| 5 | VERIFY POWER LIFTGATE (PLG) CONTROL MODULE POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGEÂ
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Yes | Go to the next step. |
| No | Inspect the PLG 20 A fuse and TAIL 20 A fuse.
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| 6 | VERIFY THAT REPAIRS HAVE BEEN COMPLETEDÂ
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Yes | Repeat the inspection from Step 1.
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| No | Go to the next step. | ||
| 7 | VERIFY IF OTHER DTCs DISPLAYEDÂ
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Yes | Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to the applicable DTC troubleshooting. (See DTC TABLE [POWER LIFTGATE (PLG) CONTROL MODULE]Â .) |
| No | DTC troubleshooting completed. | ||
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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.