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Pinpoint Tests BF: DTC U3003:16




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Pinpoint Test BF: DTC U3003:16

Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 60, Instrument Cluster for schematic and connector information. Diagrams By Number

Normal Operation
- DTC U3003:16 (Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Below Threshold) - sets in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) if continuous memory if the IPC detects battery voltage below 9 volts on the voltage supply circuit.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- High circuit resistance
- IPC



PINPOINT TEST BF: DTC U3003:16

NOTICE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.

NOTE: Failure to disconnect the battery when instructed will result in false resistance readings. Refer to Battery.

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BF1 RECHECK THE IPC DTCs


- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: IPC Self-Test.
- Clear the DTCs. Repeat the IPC self-test.
- Is DTC U3003:16 still present?

Yes
GO to BF2.

No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The DTC may have been set due to a previous low battery voltage condition.

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BF2 CHECK FOR CHARGING SYSTEM DTCs IN THE PCM


- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: PCM Self-Test.
- Carry out the PCM Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO) self-test.
- Retrieve the continuous memory DTCs from all modules.
- Is DTC P0620, P0622, P0625, P0626 or P065B set in the PCM?

Yes
REFER to Charging System.

No
GO to BF3.

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BF3 CHECK THE BATTERY CONDITION AND STATE OF CHARGE


- Check the battery condition and verify that the battery is fully charged. Refer to Battery.
- Is the battery OK and fully charged?

Yes
GO to BF4.

No
REFER to Battery.

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BF4 CHECK THE IPC VOLTAGE PID


- Ignition ON.
- Measure and record the voltage at the battery.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: IPC DataLogger.
- Monitor the IPC voltage PID (MODULE_VOLT).
- Is the voltage within 0.2 volt of the recorded battery voltage?

Yes
GO to BF7.

No
GO to BF5.

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BF5 CHECK THE IPC VOLTAGE SUPPLY


- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: IPC C220.
- Ignition ON.
- Measure the voltage between the IPC C220-21, circuit SBP26 (YE/RD), harness side and ground.




- Is the voltage within 0.2 volt of the recorded battery voltage?

Yes
GO to BF6.

No
REPAIR circuit SBP26 (YE/RD) for high resistance. CLEAR the DTC. REPEAT the self-test.

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BF6 CHECK THE IPC GROUND CIRCUIT


- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: Negative Battery Cable.
- Measure the resistance between the IPC C220-5, circuit GD114 (BK/BU), harness side and ground.




- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?

Yes
GO to BF7.

No
REPAIR circuit GD114 (BK/BU) for high resistance. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.

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BF7 CHECK FOR CORRECT IPC OPERATION


- Disconnect the IPC connector.
- Check for:
- corrosion
- damaged pins
- pushed-out pins
- Connect the IPC connector and make sure it seats correctly.
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?

Yes
INSTALL a new IPC. REFER to Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). TEST the system for normal operation.

No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.

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