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Diagnostic Test

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  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    1. Start the engine and allow it to idle.
    2. With the scan tool, read and record DTCs.

      Is the DTC active or pending?

      Yes 

      • Go To  2

      No 

  2. CHECK FOR OTHER DTCS 
    1. Refer to the recorded DTCs.

      Are there any Invalid/Implausible or Loss of Communication DTCs active or pending in the Body Control Module (BCM)?

      Yes 

      • Perform the applicable communication diagnostic procedure(s) before continuing. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .

      No 

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  3. VISUALLY INSPECT THE STOP\START SWITCH WIRING HARNESS AND CONNECTOR 
    1. Check the wiring harness for the Stop\Start Switch for any signs or damage.
    2. Check the Stop\Start Switch connector for any of the following conditions:
      • Proper connector installation.
      • Damaged connector locks.
      • Corrosion.
      • Other signs of water intrusion.
      • Weather seal damage (if equipped).
      • Bent terminals.
      • Overheating due to a poor connection (terminal may be discolored due to excessive current draw).
      • Terminals that have been pushed back into the connector cavity.
      • Check for spread terminals and verify proper terminal tension.

      Were any issues found with the wiring?

      Yes 

      No 

      • Go To  4
  4. REPLACE THE STOP\START SWITCH AND RETEST FOR DTC 
    1. Replace the Stop\Start Switch in accordance with the Service Information.
    2. Connect the Stop\Start Switch and PCM harness connectors.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, erase DTCs
    5. Cycle the ignition off, and back to on.
    6. With the scan tool, read DTCs

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

      • Go To  5

      No 

  5. CHECK RELATED HARNESS CONNECTIONS 
    1. Disconnect all BCM harness connectors.
    2. Disconnect all related in-line harness connections (if equipped).
    3. Disconnect the related component harness connectors.
    4. Inspect harness connectors, component connectors, and all male and female terminals for the following conditions:
      • Proper connector installation.
      • Damaged connector locks.
      • Corrosion.
      • Other signs of water intrusion.
      • Weather seal damage (if equipped).
      • Bent terminals.
      • Overheating due to a poor connection (terminal may be discolored due to excessive current draw).
      • Terminals that have been pushed back into the connector cavity.
      • Check for spread terminals and verify proper terminal tension.

      Repair any conditions that are found.

    5. Reconnect all BCM harness connectors. Be certain that all harness connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    6. Reconnect all in-line harness connectors (if equipped). Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    7. Reconnect all related component harness connectors. Be certain that all connectors are fully seated and the connector locks are fully engaged.
    8. With the scan tool, erase DTCs.
    9. Test drive or operate the vehicle in accordance with the when monitored and set conditions.
    10. With the scan tool, read DTCs.

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

      No 

      • The wiring or poor connection problem has been repaired.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST