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Pinpoint Test R : DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) B1206:15

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  1. R1 CHECK THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE) FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

    • Ignition OFF.
    • NOTE: Disregard DTC B1206:11 during this step. DTC B1206:11 sets with the PCM disconnected.

      Connect:

      Lead 1 Measurement / Action Lead 2
      C1915B-29
      GFD149516Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground
    • Ignition ON.
    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, clear the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
    • Wait 10 seconds.
    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform the BCM self-test.

    Is DTC B1206:15 still present? 

    Yes  REMOVE the jumper wire. GO to  R2
    No  REMOVE the jumper wire. INSTALL a new PCM. Refer to: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) - 1.6L .

  2. R2 CHECK THE CRASH EVENT SIGNAL FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Ignition ON.
    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C2280A-5
      GFD149333Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground

    Is any voltage present? 

    Yes  REPAIR the circuit.
    No  GO to  R3

  3. R3 CHECK THE CRASH EVENT SIGNAL FOR AN OPEN

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C2280A-5
      GFD149332Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 C1915B-29

    Is the resistance less than 3 ohms? 

    Yes  GO to  R4
    No  REPAIR the circuit.

  4. R4 CHECK FOR CORRECT BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION

    • Disconnect and inspect all BCM connectors.
    • Repair:
      • corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
    • Reconnect the BCM connectors and make sure they seat and latch correctly.
    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

    Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs). If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) address this concern, INSTALL a new BCM. Refer to: Body Control Module (BCM) .
    No  The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.
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