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Pinpoint Test L: DTC U1016 - SCP Invalid Data Powertrain Control Module: Overview

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Test Step 

  1. L1 CHECK THE RECORDED DTCS FROM THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) 
    • Use the recorded results from the PCM self-test.
    • Are any DTCs recorded? 

    Result / Action to Take 

    1. Yes  : For PXXX codes, REFER to the INTRODUCTION article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE .

      For all other codes, REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK - LS .

    2. No  : GO to L2.
  2. L2 MONITOR THE PCM REVERSE INPUT 
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: PCM PID Monitor.
    • Monitor the transmission range (TR) sensor PID.
    • Place the selector lever in REVERSE.
    • Does the TR sensor PID indicate correctly? 
    1. Yes  : GO to L3.
    2. No  : REFER to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 5R55S to continue diagnosis of the input.
  3. L3 CHECK THE REVERSE SIGNAL INPUT 
    • Press and hold the AUDIO and MENU buttons for 5 seconds.
      Fig 1: Identifying Display Of Reverse Signal Input (1 Of 5)
      G03203355Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Press 917 Enter.
      Fig 2: Identifying Display Of Reverse Signal Input (2 Of 5)
      G03203356Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Select Navigation Info.
      Fig 3: Identifying Display Of Reverse Signal Input (3 Of 5)
      G03203357Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Select Vehicle Signals.
      Fig 4: Identifying Display Of Reverse Signal Input (4 Of 5)
      G03203358Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
      Fig 5: Identifying Display Of Reverse Signal Input (5 Of 5)
      G03203359Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Does the reverse signal indicate ON? 
    1. Yes  : CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. IF DTC U1016 is retrieved again, GO to L4.
    2. No  : GO to L4.
  4. L4 CHECK FOR CORRECT NAVIGATION SYSTEM MODULE OPERATION 
    • Disconnect all navigation system module connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion
      • pushed-out pins
    • Connect all navigation system module connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
    1. Yes  : INSTALL a new navigation system module. REFER to NAVIGATION SYSTEM MODULE . CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
    2. No  : The system is operating correctly at this time. Concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.