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Incomplete Latch Release - Ratchet Switch Failure

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SYMPTOM
INCOMPLETE LATCH RELEASE - RATCHET SWITCH FAILURE

WHEN MONITORED
Whenever the power liftgate is performing a release operation.

SET CONDITION
The pawl switch was grounded but the ratchet switch remained open. This code will set only in the release operation.

POSSIBLE CAUSES
- DTC present
- Binding door
- Power liftgate module - ratchet circuit
- Ground wire open
- Liftgate ajar switch sense wire open
- Ratchet switch