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B2991




DTC B2991

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.

* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.

* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC B2991 00
- Passenger Door Ajar Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information






Circuit/System Description

The body control module (BCM) provides a 12V signal to each of the door ajar switch signal circuit. The door ajar switches are normally open when the door is fully closed. When a door is opened, the door ajar switch contacts close providing a path to ground. The driver information center (DIC) displays ajar icon when the BCM detects that one or more of the doors are open. The instrument panel cluster (IPC) receives a serial data message from the BCM indicating the door ajar status.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The system voltage is 9-16 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The BCM detects a short to ground in a passenger door ajar circuit for longer than 10 minutes.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The door ajar indicator is illuminated at all times.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The DTC will be current for as long as the fault is present.

* When the fault is no longer present, the DTC will become a history DTC.

* A history DTC will clear after 50 ignition cycles.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Door Lock/Indicator Schematics Door Lock/Indicator Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views 1-2 Shift Solenoid (SS) Valve (MN5)

Description and Operation

Door Ajar Indicator Description and Operation Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing

* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs

* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

1. Ignition ON.

2. Verify the scan tool Passenger Door Ajar Sw parameter changes between Door Closed and Door Ajar when opening and closing the passenger, left rear and right rear doors.

If the parameter does not change
Refer to Circuit/System Testing

If the parameter changes

3. All OK.

Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the passenger door latch, the left rear door latch and right rear door latch. Ignition ON.

2. Verify the scan tool Passenger Door Ajar Sw parameter is Door Closed.

If not Door Closed

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K9 Body Control Module.

2. Test for infinite resistance between the signal circuit terminal listed below and ground:

* Passenger door latch - signal circuit terminal 1

* Right rear door latch - signal circuit terminal 1

* Left rear door latch - signal circuit terminal 4

If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.

If infinite resistance, replace the K9 Body Control Module.

If Door Closed

3. Ignition OFF, connect the harness connector at the passenger door latch. Ignition ON.

4. Verify the scan tool Passenger Door Ajar Sw parameter changes between Door Closed and Door Ajar when opening and closing the passenger door.

If the parameter does not change
Test or replace the passenger door latch

If the parameter changes

5. Ignition OFF, connect the harness connector at the left rear door latch. Ignition ON.

6. Verify the scan tool Passenger Door Ajar Sw parameter changes between Door Closed and Door Ajar when opening and closing the left rear door.

If the parameter does not change
Test or replace the left rear door latch

If the parameter changes

7. Ignition OFF, connect the harness connector at the right rear door latch. Ignition ON.

8. Verify the scan tool Passenger Door Ajar Sw parameter changes between Door Closed and Door Ajar when opening and closing the right rear door.

If the parameter does not change
Test or replace the right rear door latch

If the parameter changes

9. All OK.

Component Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate door latch.

2. With the switch in the open position, test for infinite resistance between the terminals listed below:

* Left rear door latch - signal terminal 4 and ground terminal 6

* Right rear door latch - signal terminal 1 and ground terminal 3

* Passenger door latch - signal terminal 1 and low reference terminal 3

If not the specified value, replace the door latch assembly.

3. With the switch in the closed position, test for less than 1 ohms between the terminals listed below.

* Left rear door latch - signal terminal 4 and ground terminal 6

* Right rear door latch - signal terminal 1 and ground terminal 3

* Passenger door latch - signal terminal 1 and low reference terminal 3

If greater than the specified range, replace the door latch.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the repair.

* Front Side Door Latch Replacement Service and Repair

* Rear Side Door Latch Replacement Service and Repair

* Control Module References Control Module References for BCM replacement, setup, and programming