2001 CHRYSLER VOYAGER sensor

± Evap Temp Sensor Shorted
± Evap Temp Sensor Open
± A/C Pressure Too Low
± A/C Pressure Too High
± Invalid Conditions for Cooldown Test, Evap
Temperature Too Low
If a message other than Cooldown Test Passed
occurs, refer to the appropriate symptom for diag-
nosis.
3.9.1.7 ACTIVE AND STORED TROUBLE
CODES
The Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) is
capable of storing Active and Stored trouble codes.
Active codes indicate a current fault in the system.
Stored codes indicate that a problem has occurred
in the system, however is not currently present.
Active codes cannot be erased until the problem
causing the code has been repaired. At this time the
Active code is converted to a Stored code, which can
be erased using the DRBIIIt.
3.9.2 MANUAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL
3.9.2.1 SYSTEM AVAILABILITY
Depending on the model, either a Single-Zone Air
Conditioning System or a Dual-Zone Air Condition-
ing System is currently available in these vehicles.
3.9.2.2 CABIN HEATER
For Vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, a
Cabin Heater is used in conjunction with the HVAC
system. The Cabin Heater is designed to supply the
vehicle's occupants with heat prior to the engine
reaching operating temperature. For additional in-
formation on this system, refer to Cabin Heater
under General Information and Diagnostic Proce-
dures in this manual.
3.9.2.3 ZONE CONTROL ± SINGLE-ZONE
The Single-Zone Air Conditioning System main-
tains incoming air temperature, airflow, fan speed,
and fresh air intake for the entire vehicle from the
instrument panel mounted A/C ± Heater Control
Module. The full range of temperature that the
system can produce in any mode for the entire
vehicle is available by positioning the blend control
to the desired range.
3.9.2.4 ZONE CONTROL ± DUAL-ZONE
The Dual-Zone Air Conditioning System main-
tains incoming air temperature, airflow, fan speed,
and fresh air intake for the entire vehicle from the
instrument panel mounted A/C ± Heater ControlModule. In addition, this system provides com-
pletely independent side-to-side control of incoming
air temperature. The full range of temperature that
the system can produce in any mode is available on
either side of the vehicle by positioning the inde-
pendent driver and passenger blend controls to the
desired range.
3.9.2.5 AIR DISTRIBUTION
The HVAC unit has five fully adjustable instru-
ment panel outlets. Side-window demister outlets
in the instrument panel eliminate door ducts and
door-to-instrument panel seals. A single, central
mounted outlet delivers air for defrosting the wind-
shield. Air exhausters allow air entering at the
front of the vehicle to flow out the back to the rear
occupants. Mid-cabin comfort control directs only
cooling air flow to the intermediate seat occupants
through outlets at the rear of each front door trim
panel. Air is supplied to these outlets from the
instrument panel through ducts in the doors that
use molded seals at the instrument panel to prevent
air leakage. Wide outlets under the front seats with
directional dividers distribute heated air across the
floor to the intermediate seat occupants. Ducts in
the center of the vehicle under the carpet deliver air
from the HVAC unit to these outlets. Models
equipped with Dual-Zone A/C systems also include
a dust and odor air filter installed in the HAVC
housing.
3.9.2.6 DOOR ACTUATORS
The electric door actuators are a two-wire design.
Each door actuator uses a similar connector wired
directly to the A/C ± Heater Control Module. Single-
Zone systems have one blend door actuator, one
mode door actuator, and one recirculation door
actuator. Dual-Zone systems have two blend door
actuators, one mode door actuator, and one recircu-
lation door actuator. All of the door actuators are
accessible from the vehicle's interior.
3.9.2.7 DOOR ACTUATOR CONTROL
The A/C ± Heater Control Module knows the
number of operating actuator revolutions required
for full door travel as well as the number of actuator
commutator pulses per revolution. Using these pa-
rameters, the A/C ± Heater Control Module runs
the actuator for the number of commutator pulses
that correspond to the desired door position. To
maintain accuracy, the system recalibrates itself
periodically at known zero and full travel condi-
tions.
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3.9.2.8 HVAC SYSTEM RELAYS
The Integrated Power Module (IPM) houses and
provides power to the A/C Clutch Relay and Front
Blower Motor Relay.
3.9.2.9 EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
An evaporator temperature sensor, located on the
A/C expansion valve under the hood, replaces the
previously used fin sensor.
3.9.2.10 A/C ± HEATER CONTROL
MODULE, SWITCH OPERATION
Power Switch
The Power Switch is a momentary contact switch.
The switch LED illuminates when the switch is on.
The Power Switch setting is remembered during
power down.
Rear Window Defogger Switch
The Rear Window Defogger Switch is a momen-
tary contact switch. Toggling the switch results in
the A/C ± Heater Control Module sending a change
of state message to the FCM to provide rear window
defogger activation or deactivation respectively.
The switch LED illuminates when the switch is on.
Recirculation Switch
The Recirculation Switch is a momentary contact
switch. Toggling the switch on results in the A/C ±
Heater Control Module signaling the actuator to
close the fresh-air door. Toggling the switch off
results in the A/C ± Heater Control Module signal-
ing the actuator to open the fresh-air door. The
switch LED illuminates when the switch is on.
When the Power Switch is off, the A/C ± Heater
Control Module closes the fresh-air door to prevent
outside air from entering the passenger compart-
ment. The recirculation mode will cancel whenever
defrost is requested. Pressing the Recirculation
Switch while in defrost mode will illuminate the
Recirculation Switch LED, but only while the but-
ton is pressed. Under this circumstance, the recir-
culation request will be denied and the fresh-air
door will remain in the fresh position. All door
positions are determined relative to the number of
commutator pulses required to provide full travel of
the door. On command, the A/C ± Heater Control
Module runs the actuator for the number of pulses
corresponding to the desired door position.
A/C Switch
The A/C Switch is a momentary contact switch.
Toggling the switch results in the A/C ± Heater
Control Module sending a change of state message
to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM ± gasoline)or Engine Control Module (ECM ± diesel) to provide
A/C compressor clutch activation or deactivation
respectively. The A/C ± Heater Control Module will
only provide this request if EVAP function is found
acceptable. The Power Switch must be on to make
the A/C switch active. The switch LED illuminates
when the switch is on. The A/C Switch setting is
remembered during power down.
Blower Switch
The rotary Blower Switch has five positions, Low,
M1, M2, M3, and High. The Power Switch must be
on to make the Blower Switch active. Toggling the
Power Switch results in the A/C ± Heater Control
Module sending a request to the FCM to provide
blower motor activation or deactivation respec-
tively.
Blend Switch ± Single Zone
The single rotary Blend Switch has multiple
detents to control the full range of temperature that
the system can produce in any mode. Rotating the
switch results in the A/C ± Heater Control Module
signaling the actuator to move the blend door. All
door positions are determined relative to the num-
ber of commutator pulses required to provide full
travel of the door. On command, the A/C ± Heater
Control Module runs the actuator for the number of
pulses corresponding to the desired door position.
Blend Switch ± Dual Zone
The dual sliding Blend Switches have multiple
detents to control the full range of temperature that
the system can produce an any mode. The upper
slide pot controls the driver-side blend door, while
the lower slide pot controls the passenger-side
blend door. Sliding the switch results in the A/C ±
Heater Control Module signaling the actuator to
move the blend door. All door positions are deter-
mined relative to the number of commutator pulses
required to provide full travel of the door. On
command, the A/C ± Heater Control Module runs
the actuator for the number of pulses corresponding
to the desired door position.
Mode Switch
The single rotary Mode Switch has 13 detents to
either direct airflow to the panel outlets, a mix of
floor and panel outlets, floor outlets, a mix of floor
and defrost outlets, or defrost outlets. Rotating the
switch results in the A/C ± Heater Control Module
signaling the actuator to move the mode door. All
door positions are determined relative to the num-
ber of commutator pulses required to provide full
travel of the door. On command, the A/C ± Heater
Control Module runs the actuator for the number of
pulses corresponding to the desired door position.
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The DCHA assembly consists of a:
²combustion air fan assembly
²burner housing
²burner insert
²control unit/heat exchanger
²combustion chamber
²dosing pump
3.10.2.2 COMBUSTION AIR FAN
The combustion air fan assembly includes the:
²combustion air fan
²combustion air fan inlet
²fuel supply inlet
The combustion air fan delivers the air required
for combustion from the combustion air inlet to the
burner insert.
3.10.2.3 BURNER HOUSING
The burner housing includes the:
²coolant inlet
²coolant outlet
²exhaust outlet
The burner housing accommodates the burner
insert and is combined with the control unit/heat
exchanger as an assembly.
3.10.2.4 BURNER INSERT
The burner insert includes the:
²combustion pipe fuel cross section
²glow plug/flame sensor
Inside the burner insert fuel is distributed across
the combustion pipe fuel cross section. Combustion
of the fuel/air mixture takes place within the com-
bustion pipe to heat the exchanger. The glow plug/
flame sensor located in the burner insert ignites the
fuel/air mixture during heater start up. After heater
start up, the glow plug/flame sensor operates in the
flame sensor function. The glow plug/flame sensor
designed as an electrical resistor is located in the
burner insert opposite the flame side.
3.10.2.5 CONTROL UNIT/HEAT
EXCHANGER
The control unit/heat exchanger includes the:
²control unit
²temperature sensor
²overheat protection
²heat exchanger
²connector terminal
The control unit controls and monitors combus-
tion operation. The control unit is ventilated bymeans of a ventilation hose routed from the com-
bustion air collector compartment of the burner.
The heat exchanger transfers the heat generated by
combustion to the coolant circuit. The control unit/
heat exchanger and the burner housing are an
assembly and must not be disassembled.
The temperature sensor senses the coolant tem-
perature in the heat exchanger as an electrical
resistance. This signal is sent to the control unit for
processing.
The overheat protection, controlled by the tem-
perature resistor, protects the heater against undue
operating temperatures. The overheat protection
will switch the heater off if the water temperature
exceeds 105ÉC (221ÉF).
3.10.2.6 DOSING PUMP
The dosing pump is a combined delivery, dosing,
and shut-off system for the fuel supply of the heater.
The dosing pump receives its supply of fuel from the
vehicle's fuel tank.
3.10.3 OPERATION
3.10.3.1 ACTIVATION
When the ignition is in Run, the FCM monitors
the PCI bus for the Cabin Heater Activation re-
quest. The A/C ± Heater Control Module initiates
this request only when all conditions for Cabin
Heater activation are favorable (see below). The
request carries the status bit that the FCM requires
to activate its Cabin Heater Assist Control Output.
This output is a low side driver (coming from FCM
pin 15) which supplies a ground signal to the Cabin
Heater (pin 5). When the Cabin Heater receives this
ground signal input, it interprets this as an activa-
tion signal. The FCM low side driver is also capable
of diagnostic sensing. The driver will sense an open
circuit when the driver is off, and will sense a short
to voltage when the driver is on. The FCM will set
DTCs for both of these types of faults.
The DCHA will activate only when the:
²engine is running.
²coolant temperature is below 66ÉC (151ÉF).
²fuel tank has greater than 1/8 of a tank of fuel.
²Power switch on the A/C ± Heater Control Module
is on.
²Blend Control on the A/C ± Heater Control Mod-
ule is set above 95% reheat.
²Front Control Module (FCM) sees the Cabin
Heater Activation request that is bussed from the
A/C ± Heater Control Module.
When the DCHA starting sequence begins, the
glow plug and the combustion air fan are activated.
After 30 seconds, the fuel dosing pump begins oper-
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ating and the combustion air fan operation is sus-
pended for 3 seconds. Subsequently, the combustion
air fan speed is increased in two ramps within 56
seconds to nearly full load operation. After a stabi-
lization phase of 15 seconds, the combustion air fan
speed is again increased in a ramp within 50
seconds to nearly full load. After reaching full load
fuel delivery, the glow plug is deactivated and the
combustion air fan operation is increased to full
load. During the subsequent 45 seconds, as well as
in normal operation, the glow plug functions as a
flame sensor to monitor the flame condition. After
all these events, the automatically controlled heat-
ing operation starts.
In case of a no flame or a flame out condition, a
restart is automatically initiated. If the no flame
condition persists, fuel delivery is stopped and the
heater enters an error lockout mode with a run-
down of the combustion air fan. This will set one or
more DTCs in the DCHA Control's memory. If six
continuous attempts to start the heater fail due to
one or more faults in the DCHA system, the heater
enters a heater lockout mode. This will set DTC
B1813 along with any other fault(s) that the DCHA
Control identified.
3.10.3.2 HEATING
During the automatically controlled heating op-
eration, when the coolant temperature reaches
72ÉC (162ÉF), the heater will switch to a part load
operation. When the coolant temperature reaches
75ÉC (167ÉF) or if the heater runs for longer than 76
minutes the heater will switch to a control idle
period. If the coolant temperature drops to 71ÉC
(160ÉF) during a control idle period, the heater will
perform a regular starting sequence into full load
operation. A drop in coolant temperature to 65ÉC
(149ÉF) during part load operation will cause the
heater to switch to a full load operation.
3.10.3.3 DEACTIVATION
The DCHA will deactivate if the:
²engine is turned off.
²coolant temperature reaches 75ÉC (167ÉF).
²heater runs longer than 76 minutes.
²fuel tank has less than 1/8 of a tank of fuel.
²Power switch on the A/C ± Heater Control Module
is off.
²Blend Control on the A/C ± Heater Control Mod-
ule is set below 75% reheat.
When the heater is deactivated, the combustion
stops and a run-down sequence begins. During the
run-down sequence, the combustion air fan contin-
ues operation to cool down the heater. The fan is
automatically switched off after the run-down se-
quence is complete. The run-down time and thecombustion air fan speed depend on the heater
operating condition at the time of deactivation.
Run-down time is approximately 175 seconds when
deactivated in full load operation and approxi-
mately 100 seconds when deactivated in part load
operation.
3.10.4 DIAGNOSTICS
The DCHA is fully addressable with the DRBIIIt.
System tests include a Field Mode Test to activate
the DCHA for diagnostic testing purposes. The
DCHA Control will store up to three DTCs in its
memory. If the Controller detects a new fault in the
DCHA system, one that is not already stored in its
memory, it will clear the oldest of the three stored
DTCs, and it will store the new fault's DTC. If the
Controller detects a reoccurrence of a stored fault, it
will overwrite that fault's DTC with the most recent
occurrence.
3.11 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
The Instrument Cluster receives and sends mes-
sages to other modules via the PCI bus circuit. The
indicator lamps will illuminate briefly for a bulb
check when the ignition is turned from off to run.
All of the gauges receive their information via the
PCI bus from the powertrain control module and
body control module.
The gauges and the LEDs are not individually
replaceable thereby requiring complete replace-
ment of the Instrument Cluster if a repair is neces-
sary. In the event that the Instrument Cluster loses
communication with other modules on the PCI bus,
the cluster will display ªno busº in the VF display.
The Trip/Reset button is used to switch the dis-
play from trip to total mileage. Holding the button
when the display is in the trip mode will reset the
trip mileage. This button is also used to put the
cluster in self-diagnostic mode. The odometer dis-
play uses blue-green vacuum fluorescent digital
characters.
On base vehicles, the Instrument Cluster has
three gauges: Speedometer, Fuel and Engine Cool-
ant Temperature. A red dot moves transversely
through openings in the Instrument Cluster face
(P-R-N-D-2-1) to indicate the gear selected.
With all other models, the Instrument Cluster
also includes a Tachometer and uses a vacuum-
fluorescent shift indicator.
The odometer display and door/liftgate ajar indi-
cators turn on when a door is opened to assist both
the customer and service technician to view the
odometer without turning the ignition on.
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On vehicles equipped with AutoStick, the display
includes an O/D OFF indicator that is illuminated
when the driver presses the Overdrive Off button
on the transaxle shifter.
3.11.1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SELF TEST
1. Depress and hold the Odometer Reset button.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN/START
position.
3. Release the Odometer reset button.
The Instrument Cluster will illuminate all indi-
cators and step the gauges through several calibra-
tion points. Also, the odometer will display any
stored codes that may have set.
3.11.2 MESSAGE CENTER
The Message Center is located above the brow of
the Instrument Cluster. It houses the following
warning indicators: Check Engine/Service Engine
Soon, high beam, left and right turn signals, Secu-
rity Alarm Set, and low oil pressure. On base
models equipped with the three-speed transaxle,
these indicators appear in the face of the cluster.
The Security Alarm set indicator is a red circle.
Activation of Instrument Cluster indicators is
coordinated with indicators in the message center
and EVIC to avoid redundancy. A revised safety
standard now requires that the seat belt warning
lamp in the Instrument Cluster remain lit if the
driver seat belt is not buckled. A headlamp out ISO
indicator has been added to the Instrument Cluster
to alert the driver when a headlamp is not function-
ing.
3.12 INTERIOR LIGHTING
3.12.1 COURTESY LAMP CONTROL
The body controller has direct control over all of
the vehicle's courtesy lamps. The body computer
will illuminate the courtesy lamps under any of the
following conditions:
1. Any door ajar and courtesy lamp switch on the
headlamp switch is not in the dome off position.
2. The courtesy lamp switch on the headlamp
switch is in the dome on position.
3. A Remote Keyless Entry unlock message is re-
ceived.
4. Driver door unlocked with key (with VTSS only).
3.12.2 ILLUMINATED ENTRY
Illuminated entry will be initiated when the cus-
tomer enters the vehicle by unlocking the doors
with the key fob, or with the key if the vehicle is
equipped with vehicle theft alarm. Upon exiting thevehicle, if the lock button is pressed with a door
open, illuminated entry will cancel when the door
closes. If the doors are closed and the ignition
switch is turned on, the illuminated entry also
cancels. The illuminated entry feature will not
operate if the courtesy lamp switch is in the dome
off position.
3.12.3 INTERIOR LIGHTING BATTERY
SAVER
If any of the interior lamps are left on after the
ignition is turned off, the BCM will turn them off
after 8 minutes. To return to normal operation, the
courtesy lamps will operate after the dome lamp
switch or door ajar switch changes state. The glove
box and switched reading lamps require that the
ignition be turned to the on/acc position.
3.13 MEMORY SYSTEM
The memory system consists of power driver 's
seat, power mirrors and radio presets. The Memory
Seat/Mirror Module (MSMM) is located under the
driver 's seat. It receives input from the following:
driver 's manual 8-way seat switch, driver 's seat
position sensors, PCI bus circuits, and the power
mirror sensors. The module uses these inputs to
perform the following functions: position the driv-
er 's memory seat, both exterior mirrors (during
recalls), and send/receive the memory system infor-
mation over the PCI bus.
The Memory Set Switch is wired to the Body
Control Module (BCM). When a button (either #1 or
#2) is pressed on the set switch causes the to BCM
send a message to the MSMM which in turn sends
a motion status messages to the BCM. If the BCM
receives no motion from the MSMM it will send a
recall message to the MSMM and radio (once igni-
tion is in run or accessory). The MSMM will in turn
position the drivers seat, both mirrors along with
recalling the radio presets. If the drivers seat or
either exterior mirror is inoperative from its own
respective switches, use the service information
and schematic to diagnose the problem. This man-
ual addresses the memory problems only and it is
assumed there is not a basic component failure.
3.13.1 POWER SEAT
The memory power seat provides the driver with
2 position settings for the driver 's seat. Each power
seat motor is connected to the MSMM with two
motor drive circuits. Each circuit is switched be-
tween battery and ground. By being able to bi-
directionally drive the circuits, the MSMM controls
the movement of the motors based on input from
the power seat switch or from the position sensors
when performing a memory recall. Each motor
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contains a potentiometer to monitor the seat posi-
tion. To monitor the position of the motor, the
MSMM sends out a 5-volt reference on the sensor
supply circuit. The sensor is grounded back to the
module on a common ground circuit. Based on the
position of the sensor, the MSMM monitors the
voltage change through the sensor on a separate
signal circuit.
The MSMM stores the input value of each of the
four seat potentiometers in memory when the sys-
tem requests a set. The driver can initiate a mem-
ory recall, using either the door mounted memory
switch or the RKE transmitter (if the remote linked
to memory feature is enabled via the EVIC). When
initiated, the MSMM adjusts the four seat sensors
(by using the motors) to match the memorized seat
position data.
For safety, the memory seat recall is disabled by
the MSMM when the vehicle is out of park position
or if the speed is not zero. Any obstruction to seat
movement over a 2-second delay will cause the seat
to stop moving in which case a stalled motor would
be detected by the MSMM and the corresponding
seat output would be deactivated. However, if the
object obstructing the seat is removed, the seat will
function normally again.
3.13.2 MEMORY MIRRORS
Each outside mirror contains vertical and hori-
zontal bi-directional drive positioning motors and
position sensors. The MSMM provides a 5-volt
reference on the signal circuit to each position
sensor. The sensors share a common ground circuit.
The MSMM monitors the position of the mirror
motors by measuring the voltage on each signal
circuit. When a memory position is set, the MSMM
monitors and stores the position of the outside
mirrors. The MSMM adjusts the mirrors to the
appropriate positions when a memory recall mes-
sage is received from the RKE or is requested from
the memory set switch.
The power mirror switch during non-memory
operation operates both mirrors independently of
the MSMM.
3.14 OVERHEAD CONSOLE
3.14.1 COMPASS/MINI-TRIP COMPUTER
(CMTC)
The compass/mini-trip computer is located in the
overhead console. It displays to the driver the
direction the vehicle is traveling and the current
outside temperature, as well as the following trav-
eler navigational information: average fuel econ-
omy (AVG ECO), distance to empty (DTE), instan-
taneous fuel economy (ECO), elapsed time (ET),and trip odometer (ODO). The information needed
for the CMTC functions is received over the PCI bus
from other modules.
3.14.2 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE
INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC)
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) includes all the same functions and is lo-
cated in the same area as the Compass/Mini-Trip
Computer, but it adds a number of warning mes-
sages. Also, the EVIC messages are spelled out on
the screen, for example, DISTANCE TO EMPTY,
where the Mini-Trip Computer displays only shows
DTE.
If the compass/mini-trip computer or EVIC has
been replaced, it may be necessary to reset the
calibration.
3.14.3 SETTING THE COMPASS
The compass/mini-trip computer and EVIC are
self-calibrated and requires no adjustment. The
word CAL will be displayed to indicate that the
compass is in the fast calibrating mode. CAL will
turn off after the vehicle has gone in three complete
circles without stopping, in an area free of magnetic
disturbance.
If the module displays the temperature while the
compass is blank or shows a false reading, the
vehicle must be demagnetized. See the service man-
ual for the proper procedure.
If the compass still goes blank after the vehicle is
demagnetized, the compass/mini-trip/EVIC module
must be replaced.
3.14.4 SETTING THE VARIANCE
Variance is the difference between magnetic
north and geographic north. To determine the vari-
ance for the area you are in, refer to the following
zone map provided. The number shown for your
area is the variance number for your area.
1. Set the compass/mini-trip computer (CMTC) to
compass/temperature mode.
2. Press and hold down the RESET button for 5
seconds.NOTE:If the button is held for 10
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opening either front door, the Body Control Module
will unfold the mirrors in the following manner
depending on which front door is opened. If the
driver door is opened, only the driver side mirror
will unfold. If the passenger door is opened, both
mirrors will unfold. The passenger mirror is pre-
vented from unfolding when the driver 's door is
opened by the Passenger Folding Mirror Relay,
which opens the driver circuit to the passenger side
mirror.
3.17 POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM
3.17.1 POWER LIFTGATE
The power liftgate (PLG) system is activated
through the use of the following: remote keyless
entry (RKE), overhead console switches, outside
liftgate handle switch or the DRBIIIt. These inputs
are hardwired to the body control module (BCM)
and can be monitored with a diagnostic tool. The
BCM will send the message via PCI bus to the
power liftgate module (PLGM). The liftgate must be
in the full open or full closed position to operate.
Once the BCM sends a button activation message to
the PLGM, the module shall read all inputs, out-
puts and vehicle conditions to determine whether it
shall open, close or inhibit the PLG operation. Once
the PLGM determines the vehicle conditions are
safe for operation, the PLGM will initiate a chime
for 2 seconds prior to the liftgate activation and 2
seconds during the open or close cycle.
During an opening or closing cycle, the PLGM can
detect an obstacle present should it meet sufficient
resistance by the hall effect sensors (integrated in
the gear motor assembly GMA).
During an open cycle, multiple liftgate activa-
tions (RKE, overhead console, B pillar) are ignored
until the liftgate reaches the full open position.
However, during a close cycle, a 2nd liftgate activa-
tion (RKE, overhead console, B pillar) will reverse
the liftgate to the full open position.
If the engine is cranked during a power open/close
the PLG will pause then resume after engine crank-
ing. In addition, if the vehicle is placed in gear
during an open cycle, the PLG shall reverse direc-
tion and begin closing. If the vehicle is placed in
gear during a closing cycle, the PLG shall continue
closing until fully closed. If the outside handle is
activated during an open cycle, the PLG will become
a full manual liftgate. If the outside handle is
activated during a close cycle, the PLG shall reverse
direction of travel to the full open position.
3.17.2 DIAGNOSTIC FEATURES
The PLG can be flashed on vehicle via PCI bus
with a DRBIIItdiagnostic tool. The DRBIIItcanread all inputs, actuate all outputs, read module
information, and read diagnostic trouble codes. As a
reminder, some DTC's can be set during normal
PLG operation.
3.17.3 SYSTEM INHIBITORS
1. Battery voltage too high or too low (above 16V,
below 9.5V)
2. Vehicle in gear
3. Vehicle speed > 0 mph/km/h
4. Outside temperature too high, above 143ÉF
(62ÉC) or too low, below -12ÉF (-24ÉC).
5. O/H console lockout will inhibit the B pillar
switches only.
6. Liftgate locked will inhibit all interior switches
from opening (overhead console). A locked lift-
gate can be power closed.
7. Pinch Sensor switch stuck shall inhibit the
power close feature.
3.18 POWER SLIDING DOOR SYSTEM
3.18.1 POWER SLIDING DOOR
The Power Sliding Door (PSD) system is acti-
vated through the use of the following: Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE), overhead console switches, B
pillar switches or the DRBIIIt. These inputs are
hardwired to the body control module (BCM) and
can be monitored with a diagnostic tool. The BCM
will send the message via PCI bus to the power
sliding door module (PSDM). The sliding door must
be in the full open or full closed position to operate.
Once the BCM sends a button activation message to
the PSDM, the module shall read all inputs, out-
puts and vehicle conditions to determine whether it
shall open, close or inhibit the PSD operation.
During an opening or closing cycle, the PSDM can
detect an obstacle present should it meet sufficient
resistance by the hall effect sensors (integrated in
the drive motor).
During an open cycle, multiple door activations
(RKE, overhead console, B pillar) are ignored until
the door reaches the full open position. However,
during a close cycle, a 2nd door activation (RKE,
overhead console, B pillar) will reverse the door to
the full open position.
If the engine is cranked during a power open/close
the PSD will pause then resume after engine crank-
ing. In addition, if the vehicle is placed in gear
during an open cycle, the PSD shall reverse direc-
tion and begin closing. If the vehicle is placed in
gear during a closing cycle, the PSD shall continue
closing until fully closed.
If the inside or outside handle is activated during
an open or close cycle, the PSD will become a full
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NOTE: A POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
FROM A VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH A
VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY SYSTEM
CANNOT BE USED IN A VEHICLE THAT IS
NOT EQUIPPED WITH A VEHICLE THEFT
SECURITY SYSTEM IF THE VTSS INDICATOR
LAMP COMES ON AFTER IGNITION ON AND
STAYS ON, THE PCI BUS COMMUNICATION
WITH THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL
MODULE HAS POSSIBLY BEEN LOST.
3.20.2 THATCHAM ALARM SYSTEM
The Thatcham Alarm Module monitors the vehi-
cle doors, liftgate, hood and the interior of the
vehicle for unauthorized operation. The vehicle
doors, liftgate, and hood use ajar switches as inputs
to the BCM to indicate their current status. The
interior of the vehicle is secured by the use of
Intrusion Sensors. The Intrusion Sensors are used
as inputs to the RKE/Thatcham Alarm Module to
report any motion in the interior of the vehicle. The
alarm activates by sounding the siren, flashing the
hazard lamps, and the VTSS Indicator Lamp.
Arming
Before arming, all doors, liftgate, and the hood
must be completely closed. The system can then be
armed by following a normal exit sequence, of
opening the door and then locking the doors with
the door lock switch and then closing the door. The
system can also be armed by opening the door,
closing the door and then locking the doors with the
RKE transmitter.
Disarming
To disarm the alarm system, the RKE transmit-
ter is used. The RKE transmitter will unlock the
vehicle doors and disarm the alarm system. The
RKE transmitter can also be used to halt the alarm
once it has been activated.
3.21 WIPER SYSTEM
3.21.1 FRONT WIPER
The front wiper/washer system consists of the
following features: lo-hi-speed, mist wipers, inter-
mittent wipers and wipe after wash. The front
wiper system is only active when the ignition switch
is in the RUN/ACC position. The vehicle operator
selects the front wiper function using the front
wiper switch (a resistive multiplexed stalk switch)
which is integral to the Multi-Function Switch. The
front wiper switch is hardwired to the Body Control
Module (BCM). Upon receiving a wiper switch sig-
nal, the BCM sends a PCI Bus message to the Front
Control Module (FCM). The FCM controls the ON/OFF relay, the HIGH/LOW relay and the front and
rear washer pump motors.
The Wiper system utilizes the BCM to control the
on/off and hi/low relays for the low and hi speed
wiper functions, intermittent wiper delay as the
switch position changes, pulse wipe, wipe after
wash mode and wiper motor functions. The BCM
uses the vehicle speed input to double the usual
delay time below 10 MPH (6 KPH).
3.21.2 SPEED SENSITIVE INTERMITTENT
WIPE MODE
There are 5 individual delay time settings with a
minimum delay of 1.7 seconds to a maximum of 18.4
seconds. When the vehicle speed is under 10 MPH
(6 KPM), the delay time is doubled, providing a
delay range of 3.4 seconds to 36.8 seconds.
3.21.3 PULSE WIPE
When the wiper is in the off position and the
driver presses the wash button for more than .062
seconds, but less than .5 seconds, 2 wipe cycles in
low speed mode will be provided.
3.21.4 PARK AFTER IGNITION OFF
Because the wiper relays are powered from the
battery, the BCM can run the wipers to park after
the ignition is turned off.
3.21.5 WIPE AFTER WASH
When the driver presses the wash button for over
.5 seconds and releases it, the wiper will continue to
run for 2 additional wipe cycles.
3.21.6 REAR WIPER
The rear wiper/washer system consists of the
following features: mist wipers, intermittent wipers
and wipe after wash. The rear wiper system is only
active when the ignition switch is in the RUN/ACC
position. The vehicle operator selects the rear wiper
function using one of the three buttons on the dash
mounted rear wiper switch. The rear wiper switch
is hardwired to the Body Control Module (BCM).
Upon receiving a wiper switch signal, the BCM
provides 12 volts to the rear wiper motor. Rear
washer occurs when the BCM receives a rear
washer switch ON input. The BCM sends a PCI Bus
message to the FCM requesting rear washer on.
The FCM activates the rear washer by providing a
ground for the rear washer motor.
3.21.7 SPEED SENSITIVE INTERMITTENT
WIPE MODE
The delay setting of the rear wiper system is
based solely on the vehicle speed. The delay time is
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