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Pinpoint Test F: The Driver Seat Module (DSM) Does Not Respond To The Diagnostic Tool

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln Navigator and 2005 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. F1 CHECK THE DSM C341C FOR DAMAGE 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: DSM C341c.
    • Inspect the DSM C341c for damage.
    • Is the DSM C341c OK? 
    • Yes  : GO to F2.
    • No  : REPAIR the DSM C341c. CARRY OUT the data link diagnostics test.
  2. F2 CHECK CIRCUITS 2180 (WH/BK) AND 2181 (BK/YE) BETWEEN THE DLC C251 AND THE DSM C341C FOR AN OPEN 
    • Measure the resistance between the DSM C341c pin 3, circuit 2180 (WH/BK), harness side and the DLC C251 pin 3, circuit 2180 (WH/BK), harness side.
      Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between DSM C341C Pin 3, Circuit 2180 (WH/BK) And DLC C251 Pin 3, Circuit 2180 (WH/BK)
      G03931143Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Measure the resistance between the DSM C341c pin 4, circuit 2181 (BK/YE), harness side and the DLC C251 pin 11, circuit 2181 (BK/YE), harness side.
      Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between DSM C341C Pin 4, Circuit 2181 (BK/YE) And DLC C251 Pin 11, Circuit 2181 (BK/YE)
      G03931144Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Are the resistances less than 5 ohms? 
    • Yes  : GO to F3.
    • No  : REPAIR the circuit in question. CARRY OUT the data link diagnostics test.
  3. F3 CHECK FOR CORRECT DSM OPERATION 
    • Disconnect all the DSM connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion
      • pushed-out pins
    • Connect all the DSM connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
    • Yes  : INSTALL a new DSM. REFER to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES . CLEAR the diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). REPEAT the self-test. CARRY OUT the data link diagnostics test.
    • No  : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. CARRY OUT the data link diagnostics test.