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Circuit Description

The Cellular Telephone Diagnostic System Check is an organized approach to identify problems associated with the cellular telephone module. This check must be the starting point for any module complaint, and will direct you to the next logical step in diagnosing the complaint. The module is a very reliable component and is not likely the cause of the malfunction. Most system complaints are linked to faulty wiring and connectors, and occasionally to components. Understanding the system and using the tables correctly will reduce diagnostic time and prevent unnecessary parts replacement.

Diagnostic Aids

    • The following conditions may result in an intermittent operation of the module with no DTC stored:
       - Any condition which results in the interruption of power to the module
       - Out of range battery or ignition voltage

Specification
Normal module operating voltage: 9.0-16.0 V

       - A loose or damaged ground(s)
       - An open or shorted serial data line
    • An intermittent failure in the electronic system may be very difficult to detect and to accurately diagnose. The module tests for different malfunctions under different vehicle conditions. For this reason, a thorough test drive is often needed in order to repeat a malfunction. If the system malfunction is not repeated during the test drive, a good description of the complaint may be very useful in locating an intermittent malfunction. Faulty electrical connections or wiring causes most intermitting problems. When an intermitting condition is suspected, check the suspected circuits for the following conditions:
       - Poor mating of connector halves or backed out terminals
       - Improperly formed or damaged terminals
       - Wire chafing
       - Poor wire to terminal connections
       - Dirty or corroded terminals
       - Damage to connector bodies
    • Use the J 35616 whenever a diagnostic procedure requests probing or checking a terminal. Using this adapter will ensure that no damage to the terminal will occur, and will give an idea of whether contact tension is sufficient.
    • If the DTC is a history DTC, the problem may be intermittent. Perform the tests shown while moving related wiring and connectors. This can often cause the malfunction to occur. Perform a thorough inspection of all related wiring and connectors pertaining to the history DTC stored.
    • Exit all scan tool tests before cycling the ignition OFF to ON unless the scan tool instructions direct otherwise. Follow the operating instructions in the scan tool operator's manual. Failure to follow these instruction may set DTCs, cause vehicle system malfunctions, set false DTCs, or cause scan tool malfunctions.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table:

  1. Determines if communication can be established with the cellular telephone module.

  2. Checks for stored cellular telephone module DTCs.

  3. Checks for stored module Loss of Class 2 serial data communication DTCs.

  4. Determines whether communication can be established with other modules connected to the Class 2 serial data line.

  5. Checks for any open module power fuses.

  6. Checks the module power circuit. If the voltage is not within the specified range, there is an open in the module power circuit.

  7. Checks the module ground circuit. If the voltage is not within the specified range, there is an open in the module ground circuit.

Cellular Telephone Diagnostic System Check

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

  1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
  2. Install a scan tool.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
  4. Attempt to establish communication with the cellular telephone module.

Does the scan tool communicate with the module?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 4

2

Select display cellular telephone module (PHN) DTCs function with the scan tool.

Are any DTCs stored?

--

Go to Step 3

Go to Cellular Telephone System Check

3

Are any Loss of Class 2 Serial Data Communication DTCs set? (Loss of Class 2 Serial Data Communication DTCs have the form UXXXX.)

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List/Type

Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List/Type

4

Attempt to establish communications with the other modules connected to the same serial data line (PCM, DIM, IPC, etc.).

Does the scan tool communicate with the other modules?

--

Go to Step 5

Go to Scan Tool Does Not Communicate with Class 2 Data Line in Data Link Communications

5

  1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
  2. With a DMM connected to ground, probe each cellular telephone module fuse.

Is the voltage within the specified range in all circuits?

10-15 V

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 8

6

  1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
  2. Disconnect the cellular telephone module connector.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
  4. With a DMM connected to ground, probe all module power circuits.

Is the voltage within the specified range in all circuits?

10-15 V

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 10

7

With a DMM connected to battery positive voltage (B+), probe all cellular telephone module ground circuits.

Is the voltage within the specified range in all circuits?

10-15 V

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 9

8

  1. Repair the open in the ignition or battery feed to cellular telephone module fuse.
  2. If the fuse is open, locate and repair the short to ground in the circuit connected to the open fuse.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 11

--

9

Locate and repair the open in the cellular telephone module ground circuit.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 11

--

10

Locate and repair the open in the cellular telephone module power circuit.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 11

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11

  1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
  2. Connect or install any connectors or components that were disconnected or removed.
  3. Clear all DTCs. Refer to Clearing DTCs .

Are all DTCs cleared?

--

Go to Cellular Telephone System Check

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