Diagnostic Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Chrysler 300 and 2019 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC
- With the scan tool, record and erase RF-Hub DTCs.
- Try to turn the ignition on and off several times.
- Wait one minute.
- With the scan tool, read RF Hub DTCs.
Is the DTC active?
Yes
- Go to 2
No
- Perform the THEFT AND SECURITY SYSTEM INTERMITTENT TEST. Refer to THEFT AND SECURITY SYSTEM INTERMITTENT TEST .
- CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN LOCK MODULE
- With the scan tool, erase the DTCs.
- Turn the ignition off.
- Disconnect the Steering Column Lock Module harness connector.NOTE:
Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.
- Turn the ignition on.
- Try to turn the ignition switch from On to Off three times.
- Turn the ignition on.
- Wait one minute.
- With the scan tool, read RF Hub DTCs.
Does the DTC return?
Yes
- Go to 3
No
- Replace the Steering Column Lock Module in accordance with the service information. The Radio Frequency Hub (RF-Hub) must also be replaced along with the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV/ESCL). When replacing the RF-Hub and the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV), the RF-Hub MUST be programmed BEFORE the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV/ESCL) is programmed.
- Replace and program the Radio Frequency Hub (RF-Hub). Refer to MODULE, RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB), REMOVAL .
- Replace and program the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV). Refer to MODULE, SHAFT LOCK, REMOVAL .
- Perform the RADIO FREQUENCY HUB VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to RADIO FREQUENCY HUB (RF HUB) VERIFICATION TEST .
- CHECK THE (F892) IGNITION KEY-IN SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Turn the ignition off.
- Disconnect the RF-HUB C1 harness connector.
- Check for continuity between ground and the (F892) Ignition Key-In Signal circuit in the Steering Column Lock harness connector.
Is there continuity between ground and the (F892) Ignition Key-In Signal circuit?
Yes
- Repair the (F892) Ignition Key-In Signal circuit for a short to ground.
- With the scan tool, select "Diagnostic Procedures", "Reset ECU" and "RFH" and perform the routine.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Go to 4
- CHECK THE (F892) IGNITION KEY-IN SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE
- Turn the ignition on.
- Measure the voltage between ground and the (F892) Ignition Key-In Signal circuit in the Steering Column Lock harness connector.
Is there any voltage present?
Yes
- Repair the (F892) Ignition Key-In Signal circuit for a short to voltage.
- With the scan tool, select "Diagnostic Procedures", "Reset ECU" and "RFH" and perform the routine.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Replace the Steering Column Lock Module in accordance with the Service Information. The Radio Frequency Hub (RF-Hub) must also be replaced along with the Steering Column Lock Module in accordance with the Service Information. When replacing the RF-Hub and the Steering Column Lock Module, the RF-Hub MUST be programmed BEFORE the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV) is programmed.
- Replace and program the Radio Frequency Hub (RF-Hub). Refer to MODULE, RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB), REMOVAL .
- Replace and program the Steering Column Lock Module (ELV). Refer to MODULE, SHAFT LOCK, REMOVAL .
- Perform the RADIO FREQUENCY HUB VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to RADIO FREQUENCY HUB (RF HUB) VERIFICATION TEST .