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Symptom Id Test 1A - Identifying Vehicle Equipment & System Problems

NOTE: For connector terminal identification, refer to CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION  . For wiring diagrams, see WIRING DIAGRAMS  .
NOTE: Perform a visual inspection before proceeding with this test.
  1. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). DLC is a 16-pin connector located under left side of dash, to left of steering wheel. Turn ignition switch to ON position. If scan tool display is not blank, go to next step. If scan tool display is blank, see VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS  .
  2. Using scan tool, select SYSTEM MONITORS, then CCD BUS TEST. Scan tool will perform a CCD bus test. If scan tool displays BUS OPERATIONAL, go to next step. If scan tool displays any message except BUS OPERATIONAL, see VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS  .
  3. Using scan tool, go to SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TEST DIRECTORY for specific diagnosis. Problems listed are diagnosed using a scan tool. These problems may occur separately or in various combinations. When diagnosing a system with many apparent problems, a sequence of tests may be required. At the beginning of each test a note will indicate which test to perform first. After repairs, ensure problem(s) or failure(s) have been corrected.
SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TEST DIRECTORY (1)

Suspected System Perform Test No.
Chime System CHIME TEST 1A 
Compass/Mini-Trip Computer CMTC TEST 1A 
Door Ajar System DOOR AJAR TEST 1A 
Door Lock System POWER DOOR LOCK TEST 1A 
Vehicle Theft Security System VTSS TEST 1A 
Wiper System WINDSHIELD WIPER TEST 1A 
(1) For problems or failures relating to A/C system, see A/C-HEATER SYSTEM article for Dakota or see A/C-HEATER SYSTEM article for Durango. For problems or failures relating to air bag system, see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.