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Pinpoint Test Purpose

To verify the presence of DTC U0554 and identify the correct Service Information for diagnosing the DTC concern.

  1. CD1: CHECK PSCM DTC 
    • Start the vehicle.
      • Make sure the engine ready indicator is illuminated.

      Carry out the PSCM self-test.

    • Is DTC U0554:xx currently present and active in the PSCM?
    Yes No
    Go to  CD2. If the PSCM does NOT list DTC U0554 Invalid Data Received from the APIM, DISCONTINUE this test and REFER to the DTC Chart for diagnostic direction.
  2. CD2: CHECK THE VEHICLE BATTERY AND CHARGING SYSTEM VOLTAGE 
    • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
    • Refer to the Charging System General Information article and carry out Pinpoint Test A: Battery Condition Test (battery state of charge).
    • Did the battery pass the condition test (battery state of charge)? 
    Yes No
    Go to  CD3. INSTALL a new 12-volt battery. REFER to the Battery, Mounting and Cables article. Go to  CD3.
  3. CD3: RECHECK THE PSCM DTC 
    • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
    • Clear the PSCM DTCs.
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Start the vehicle.
      • Make sure the engine ready indicator is illuminated.

      Carry out the PSCM self-test.

    • Is DTC U0554:xx currently present and active in the PSCM?
    Yes No
    DIAGNOSE the APIM concern. REFER to the Information and Entertainment System article. The concern is not present at this time and may have been set due to a low battery state of charge. The test is complete, no further action is required.