Possible Causes
- Incorrect or incomplete configuration
- SECM (steering wheel)
- N1: CONFIRM THE DTC IS A HARD FAULT
- Check the service history for recent service actions related to the SECM.
- Are any recent service actions with the SECM noted?
Yes No REPEAT the PMI procedure, FOLLOW all diagnostic scan tool instructions. If the DTC is still set after the procedure, Go to N2. Go to N2. - N2: VERIFY ALL WIRING CONNECTIONS
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect all SECM electrical connectors.
- Using a good light source, inspect all disconnected electrical connectors for the following:
- corrosion - install new connector or terminal and clean the module pins
- damaged or bent pins - install new terminals or pins
- pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
- spread terminals - install new terminals as necessary
- Are the connectors free of corrosion, damaged pins, bent pins, pushed-out pins and spread terminals?
Yes No Go to N3. REPAIR the connector or terminals. Refer to the Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information. - N3: CHECK FOR CORRECT SECM OPERATION
- Connect all SECM electrical connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.
- Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?
Yes No INSTALL a new Steering Wheel (SECM) assembly. CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSBs, GSB, SSM#2 or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions.
If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new SECM (part of the steering wheel). REFER to the Steering Column article.The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.