Test 40B - Shorted Door Ajar Circuits
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Eagle Vision, 1997 Dodge Intrepid, 1997 Chrysler LHS, and 1997 Chrysler Concorde. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Perform TEST 37A
or 94A before proceeding with this test. For connector terminal ID, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION
. For wiring schematics, see WIRING DIAGRAMS
in this article. Perform TEST VER-1 - VERIFICATION PROCEDURE
after each repair.
CAUTION:
Always turn ignition off prior to disconnecting any module connector.
- Disconnect right front door ajar switch connector. Using scan tool, read door ajar switch status. If scan tool does not display DOOR AJAR: CLOSED, replace right front door switch. If scan tool displays DOOR AJAR: CLOSED, go to next step.
- Disconnect right rear door ajar switch connector. Using scan tool, read door ajar switch status. If scan tool does not display DOOR AJAR: CLOSED, replace right rear door switch. If scan tool displays DOOR AJAR: CLOSED, go to next step.
- Disconnect left rear door ajar switch connector. Using scan tool, read door ajar switch status. If scan tool does not display DOOR AJAR: CLOSED, replace left rear door switch. If scan tool displays DOOR AJAR: CLOSED, go to next step.
- Gain access to Body Control Module (BCM). BCM is located behind right kick panel. Disconnect BCM Gray connector. Using scan tool in ohmmeter mode, measure resistance at terminal No. 3 (Tan/Red wire) on BCM Gray connector. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short to ground in Tan/Red wire. If resistance is 5 ohms or greater, replace BCM.