Diagnostic Instructions
| • | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. |
| • | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. |
| • | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. |
DTC Descriptors
DTC B3205 00: Window Inactive Over Current FaultDTC B3205 0B: Window Motor Fast Over Current Fault
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Driver Door Module B+ | U0199 00 | U0199 00 | -- | -- |
Driver Window Motor B+ | U1511 00 | U1511 00 | -- | B320A 4B |
LR Window Switch B+ | 3 | 3 | -- | -- |
Passenger Door Module B+ | U0200 00 | U0200 00 | -- | -- |
Passenger Window Motor B+ | U1511 00 | U1511 00 | -- | B320A 4B |
RR Window Switch B+ | 4 | 4 | 4 | -- |
Driver Window Motor Serial Data | U1511 00 | U1511 00 | 1 | B320A 4B |
Passenger Window Motor Serial Data (AXC) | 2 | 2 | 2 | -- |
LR Window Motor Control | 3 | 3 | 3 | -- |
Passenger Window Motor Control (AXE) | B3205 00 | B3205 0B | B3205 00 | -- |
RR Window Motor Control | 4 | 4 | 4 | -- |
Window Master Switch LR Down Control | B3820 00 | B3820 00 | B3820 00 | -- |
Window Master Switch Lockout Control | B3821 00 or B3824 00 | B3821 00 or B3824 00 | B3821 00 or B3824 00 | -- |
Window Master Switch LR Up Control | B3819 00 | B3819 00 | B3819 00 | -- |
Window Master Switch RR Down Control | B3823 00 | B3823 00 | B3823 00 | -- |
Window Master Switch RR Up Control | B3822 00 | B3822 00 | B3822 00 | -- |
Driver Door Module Ground | -- | U1511 00 | 1 | -- |
LR Window Switch Ground | -- | 3 | 3 | -- |
Passenger Door Module Ground | -- | U1511 00 | 2 | -- |
Passenger Window Motor Ground (AXC) | -- | 2 | 2 | -- |
RR Window Switch Ground | -- | 4 | 4 | -- |
1. Driver Window Malfunction 2. Passenger Window Malfunction 3. Left Rear Window Malfunction 4. Right Rear Window Malfunction | ||||
Circuit/System Description
The passenger door module (PDM) controls the power window functions through the power window motor up and down control circuits. The PDM monitors the control circuits for fault conditions when the up or down operation is requested prior to activating the function and during the operation.
Conditions for Running the DTC
Battery voltage must be between 9-16 volts.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
B3205 00
The PDM detects a short to ground or short to voltage on a window motor control circuit.
B3205 0B
During 5 occurrences of power window motor operation in an ignition cycle, the PDM has detected excessive current flow on a window motor control circuit.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
The passenger power window will be inoperative.
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 be a history DTC. |
| • | A history DTC will clear after 50 ignition cycles. |
Diagnostic Aids
DTC B3205 0B can be set due to excessive physical resistance in the window regulator assembly. Ensure proper mechanical operation of the regulator assembly prior to replacing electrical components.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Connector End View Reference
Description and Operation
Power Windows Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
Ignition ON, observe the operation of the front passenger window while commanding the window UP and DOWN by using the passenger window switch, the window should perform the UP and DOWN functions.
Circuit/System Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the passenger window motor.
- Test for less than 1 ohm between the control circuit terminal A and ground.
- Test for less than 1 ohm between the control circuit terminal B and ground.
- Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal A and control circuit terminal B.
- Ignition ON, command the window UP and DOWN by using the passenger window switch. The test lamp should illuminate when commanding the UP and DOWN states.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the passenger window motor.
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If circuit tests normal, replace the PDM. |
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If circuit tests normal, replace the PDM. |
| ⇒ | If the test lamp does not illuminate during either of the commands, test either control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuits test normal, replace the PDM. |
Component Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the passenger window motor.
- Install a 25A fused jumper wire between the control terminal A and 12 volts. Momentarily install a jumper wire between the control terminal B and ground. The passenger window motor should perform the UP or DOWN function.
- Reverse the jumper wires; the passenger window motor should perform the DOWN or UP function.
| ⇒ | If the function does not perform as specified, replace the passenger window motor. |
| ⇒ | If the function does not perform as specified, replace the passenger window motor. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
| • | Control Module References for PDM replacement, setup, and programming |
