Circuit Description
The steering column module receives ground inputs from contacts inside the tilt/telescoping switch. The steering column module then supplies battery voltage to the tilt motor up or down circuit or the telescope motor in or out circuit depending on which direction of movement is requested. Both motors are reversible and the circuits are simply reversed to accomplish movement in opposite directions.
DTC Descriptors
This diagnostic supports the following DTCs:
| • | DTC 2853 Telescope Forward Switch Circuit High |
| • | DTC 2858 Telescope Rearward Switch Circuit High |
| • | DTC 2873 Tilt Up Switch Circuit High |
| • | DTC 2878 Tilt Down Switch Circuit High |
Conditions for Running the DTC
The steering column module is ON.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The steering column module detects a switch input for more than 30 consecutive seconds after movement of the motor in the requested direction has stopped.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The motor that is being driven by the failed switch will be deactivated. |
| • | Memory recall functions will be disabled. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | A current DTC will clear when the failed switch input is no longer active. |
| • | A history DTC will clear after 100 ignition cycles. |
Diagnostic Aids
An intermittently stuck switch can cause this DTC to set. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.
Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Schematics Connector End View Reference: Steering Wheel and Column Connector End Views | |||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information |
2 |
Is DTC B2853, B2858, B2873 or B2878 displayed as current? | Go to Step 3 | Go to Diagnostic Aids |
3 |
Is DTC B2853, B2858, B2873 or B2878 displayed as current? | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5 |
4 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the tilt/telescoping steering column switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 6 |
5 | Replace the tilt/telescoping steering column switch. Refer to Telescope Actuator Switch Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 7 | -- |
6 |
Important:: Perform the set up procedure for the steering column module. Replace the steering column module. Refer to Steering Column Lock Control Module Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 7 | -- |
7 | Perform the steering column control module programming. Refer to Telescoping Steering Column Calibration . Did you complete the action? | Go to Step 8 | -- |
8 |
Does the DTC reset? | Go to Step 2 | System OK |
