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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 B3606 01: Adjustable Foot Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Short to Battery

DTC B3606 06: Adjustable Foot Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Short to Ground or Open

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

5-Volt Reference

B3606 06

B3606 06

B3601 01

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Signal

B3606 06

B3606 06

B3601 01

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Low Reference

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B3606 06

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Circuit/System Description

The memory seat module (MSM) monitors the location of the adjustable pedals using the adjustable pedals position sensor. The adjustable pedals position sensor is supplied with 5-volt reference and ground circuits from the MSM. The position sensor signal circuit is referenced from ground within the MSM. The signal voltage monitored by the MSM ranges from 0.45-4.55 volts.

Conditions for Running the DTC

System voltage to the MSM must be 9-16 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The position sensor input to the MSM is not within the 0.45-4.55 volt range.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

Memory recall functions will be suspended.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The DTC becomes history when the conditions for setting the DTC are no longer present.
    • The history DTC clears after 100 malfunction-free ignition cycles.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Adjustable Pedal Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Adjustable Pedals Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the adjustable pedal motor.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 10 ohm between the low reference circuit terminal 3 and ground.
  3. If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
  4. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the 5-volt reference circuit terminal 1 and ground.
  5. If less than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
    If greater than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
  6. Verify the scan tool Pedal Position parameter is less than 0.45 volt.
  7. If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit terminal 2 for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
  8. Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 2 and the 5-volt reference circuit terminal 1. Verify the scan tool Pedal Position parameter is greater than 4.55 volts.
  9. If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the MSM.
  10. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the adjustable pedal motor.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Brake Pedal Assembly Replacement
    •  Control Module References for the MSM replacement, setup, and programming