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Diagnostic Test

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  1. CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC 
    1. With the scan tool, read Memory Seat Module (MSMD) DTCs and record on the repair order.
    2. With the scan tool, erase MSMD DTCs.
    3. Turn the Ignition off.
    4. Turn the ignition on.
    5. Move the Tilt Switch in the Up/Down position multiple times.
    6. With the scan tool, read MSMD DTCs.

      Did the DTC return?

      Yes 

      • Go To  2

      No 

      • Go To 5
  2. CHECK THE STEERING WHEEL TILT MOTOR 
    1. Turn the Ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the Steering Wheel Tilt Motor and Steering Wheel Telescope Motor harness connectors.
    3. Turn the ignition on.
    4. With the scan tool, read MSMD DTCs.

      Is the DTC active?

      Yes 

      • Go To  3

      No 

      • Replace the Steering Column Tilt Motor Assembly in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to COLUMN, REMOVAL .
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  3. CHECK THE (P151) TILT STEERING UP/DOWN POSITION SENSE CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND 
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Disconnect the MSMD C1 harness connector.
    3. Check the continuity between ground and the (P151) Tilt Steering Up/Down Position Sense circuit at the MSMD C1 harness connector.

      Is there continuity between ground and the (P151) Tilt Steering Up/Down Position Sense circuit?

      Yes 

      • Repair the (P151) Tilt Steering Up/Down Position Sense circuit for a short to ground.
      • Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

      No 

      • Go To  4
  4. MEMORY SEAT MODULE (MSMD) 
    1. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the motor and the MSMD.
    2. Check for chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires and broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals and correct pin tension.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      • Repair as necessary.
      • Perform the POWER SEAT SYSTEM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

      No 

      • Replace and program the Memory Seat Module (MSMD) in accordance with the Service Information. Refer to MODULE, MEMORY, REMOVAL .
      • Perform the POWER SEAT SYSTEM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  5. CHECK THE WIRING AND CONNECTORS 
    1. The conditions necessary to set the DTC are not present at this time.
    2. Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this circuit. Wiggle the wiring and connectors while checking for shorted and open circuits.
    3. Check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals, and correct pin tension.
    4. Check for any Service Bulletins that may apply.

      Were any problems found?

      Yes 

      • Repair as necessary.
      • Perform the POWER SEAT SYSTEM VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

      No 

      • Test complete.