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Driver Door Control Module (J386), Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM)







Driver Door Control Module (J386), Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM)

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system (VAS 5051B)

The following system/component checks depend on vehicle equipment level and market version.

The following components and functions can be checked using the output diagnostic test mode of the door control module:

Activation of driver's side switch illumination

Activation of driver's side central locking system (activating)

Activation of driver's side mirror functions (mirror heater and mirror fold-in function)

Activation of the driver mirror turn signal ( driver exterior rearview mirror turn signal bulb (L131) )

Activation of driver interior ambient lighting ( driver entry lamp in exterior rearview mirror (W52) )

Activation of driver's side window regulator (driving down)

Activation of driver's side window regulator (driving up)

- Connect the (VAS 5051B).

- In the (VAS 5051B) , select the "Guided fault finding" operating mode.

- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in sequence:

Body

Body repair procedures

01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems

Driver side door electronics

Driver door control module functions

Driver Door Control Module - output diagnostic test mode