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Pinpoint Test

  1. CHECK THE Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) FROM THE Parking Aid Module (PAM) SELF-TEST
    1. Ignition ON.
    2. Using a scan tool, perform the Parking Aid Module (PAM) self-test.
    3. Check the Parking Aid Module (PAM) Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from the self-test.
    • Are any Parking Aid Module (PAM) Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) recorded? 
  2. CHECK THE MESSAGE CENTER FOR CORRECT OPERATION
    1. While observing the message center, disable and enable the parking aid system.
    • Does the message center display PARK AID OFF when the parking aid system is disabled, and display PARK AID ON when the parking aid system is enabled? 
  3. CHECK FOR CORRECT REVERSE GEAR INPUT
    1. Apply the parking brake.
    2. Select REVERSE.
    3. Using a scan tool, view Parking Aid Module (PAM) Parameter Identifications (PIDs).
    4. Monitor the Parking Aid Module (PAM) TRANSGR Parameter Identification (PID).
    • Does the Parameter Identification (PID) indicate YES (transmission in reverse)? 
  4. CHECK PARKING AID SENSORS FOR CORRECT INSTALLATION
    1. Select PARK.
    2. Inspect the parking aid sensors for correct installation. Make sure the isolator rings are not rolled between the sensor and the bezel.
    • Are the parking aid sensors correctly installed? 
    • Yes:  GO to 5  on page 2.
    • No:  REMOVE and correctly INSTALL the parking aid sensor(s) in question.
  5. CHECK PARKING AID SENSOR ISOLATOR RINGS
    1. Inspect the parking aid sensor isolator rings for deformation and damage.
    • Are the parking aid sensor isolator rings OK? 
    • Yes:  GO to 6  on page 3.
    • No:  INSTALL a new parking aid sensor or isolator ring as necessary. REFER to Parking Aid Sensor .
  6. CHECK THE Parking Aid Module (PAM) SPEAKER OUTPUT
    1. Apply the parking brake.
    2. Select PARK.
    3. Using a scan tool, view Parking Aid Module (PAM) Parameter Identifications (PIDs).
    4. Using a scan tool, command the Parking Aid Module (PAM) REAR_TONE Parameter Identification (PID) Active and then Inactive.
    • Does the Parking Aid Module (PAM) speaker sound when Active? 
    • Yes:  GO to 7  on page 3.
    • No:  INSTALL a new Parking Aid Module (PAM) speaker. Parking Aid Module (PAM). TEST the system for normal operation.

    If the concern still exists, GO to 7  on page 3.

  7. CHECK FOR CORRECT Parking Aid Module (PAM) OPERATION
  1. Ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect and inspect the Parking Aid Module (PAM) connector.
  3. 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
  4. Reconnect the Parking Aid Module (PAM) connector. Make sure it seats and latches correctly.
  5. Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
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