Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Dodge Avenger and 2010 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE
1. With the scan tool, record and erase the WCM DTCs.
2. Remove and insert the key from the ignition switch several times then leave the key in the run position.
3. With the scan tool, read the DTCs.
  Does the scan tool display: B1A6B STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE NOT INITIALIZED?
  
  Yes
  - Go to step 2
  No
  - Test complete, the condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagrams as a guide, check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals and correct pin tension.
INITIALIZE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE
1. With the scan tool, erase the DTCs in the WCM.
2. With the scan tool, perform the Steering Wheel Lock Module (ELV) Replaced routine.
3. Turn the Ignition off, wait 15 seconds then turn the ignition back on.
4. Remove and insert the key from the ignition switch several times then leave the key in the run position.
5. With the scan tool, read the DTCs.
  Does the scan tool display: B1A6B STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE NOT INITIALIZED?
  
  Yes
  - Replace the Steering Column Lock Module in accordance with the service information. The Wireless Control Module (WCM) must also be replaced along with the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV). When replacing the WCM and the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV), the WCM MUST be programmed BEFORE the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV) is programmed. .
  - Replace and program the Wireless Control Module (WCM) (SKREEM). Refer to Electrical/Vehicle Theft Security/MODULE, Sentry Key Immobilizer (SKREEM) - Removal .
  - Replace and program the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV). Refer to Electrical/Vehicle Theft Security/MODULE, Shaft Lock - Removal .
  - Perform the WIRELESS CONTROL MODULE (WCM) VERIFICATION Test. See DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Wireless Control (WCM) - Standard Procedure .
  No
  - Test complete
  - Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to DTC-Based Diagnostics/MODULE, Totally Integrated Power (TIPM) - Standard Procedure .