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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 Descriptor

DTC B2494 02: Liftgate Handle Switch Circuit Short to Ground

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

Liftgate Module B+

B396A 02, B153A 08

B396A 02, B153A 08

--

--

Liftgate Position Sensor 5V Reference Voltage

2

B153E 08

2

--

Full Open Signal

B153B 02

2

2

--

Liftgate Disable Signal

1, 2

1

1

--

Liftgate Open Signal

1

1

1

--

Object Sensors Signal

B153F 02

B153F 05

B153F 05

B153F 03, B153F 07

Open/Close Switches Signal

B2494 02

1, 2

1, 2

--

Pawl Switch Signal

B153A 00

B153A 00

B153A 00

B153A 08

Position Sensor Signal 1

B153E 02

B153E 05, B153E 08

B153E 05

--

Position Sensor Signal 2

B153E 02

B153E 05, B153E 08

B153E 05

--

Ratchet Switch Signal

B153A 00

B153A 00

B153A 00

B153A 08

Sector Switch Signal

B153A 00

B153A 00

B153A 00

B153A 08

Disengage Clutch Control

B396B 02

B396B 04

B396B 01

--

Engage Clutch Control

B396B 02

B396B 04

B396B 01

--

Liftgate Latch Cinch Control

B2495 02

B2495 04

B2495 01

--

Liftgate Latch Release Control

B2495 02

B2495 04

B2495 01

--

Liftgate Motor Close Control

B396A 02

B396A 04

B396A 01

--

Liftgate Motor Open Control

B396A 02

B396A 04

B396A 01

--

Full Open Low Reference

--

2

2

--

Liftgate Switches Low Reference

--

1

1

--

Position Sensor Low Reference

--

B0153E 08

2

--

I/P Switch Ground

--

1

1

--

Liftgate Control Module Ground

--

2

2

--

1. Liftgate Switch Malfunction

2. Liftgate Malfunction

Circuit/System Description

The handle switch and close switch are parallel circuits and provide a single input to the liftgate control module. The handle/close switch signal circuit is supplied battery voltage through a resistor and monitored within the liftgate control module. The switches share a common low reference circuit from the liftgate control module and when the switch contacts close the signal circuit goes low and the liftgate control module determines the switch to be active.

Conditions for Running the DTC

System voltage to the liftgate control module must be 9-16 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The handle/close switch signal circuit is active for longer than 10 minutes.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

Power open and close functions from the handle switch and the rear close switch will be disabled.

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 status code.
    • A history DTC will clear after 50 ignition cycles or with a scan tool using the clear DTCs function.

Diagnostic Aids

Important: Before testing can be performed the liftgate must be opened. Refer to Opening the Liftgate Without Electrical Power for the appropriate procedure.

Whenever the LGM loses power or is disconnected, the ignition must be cycled OFF then ON in order to reactivate the LGM.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Liftgate Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Vehicle Access Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Rear Hatch/Gate Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

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

Scan Tool Reference

    •  Scan Tool Data Definitions
    •  Scan Tool Data List
    •  Scan Tool Output Controls

Circuit/System Verification

Ignition ON, observe the scan tool Liftgate Handle Sw. Status parameter while pressing and releasing the liftgate handle and liftgate close switches. The value should change between Active and Inactive.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connectors at the liftgate handle and liftgate close switches.
  2. Ignition ON, verify the scan tool Liftgate Handle Sw. Status parameter is Inactive.
  3. If not the specified value, test the signal circuit terminal D for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the LGM.
  4. Ignition OFF, connect the harness connector at the liftgate close switch.
  5. Ignition ON, observe the scan tool Liftgate Handle Sw. Status parameter while pressing and releasing the liftgate close switch, the parameter should change between Active and Inactive.
  6. If the value does not change, test or replace the liftgate close switch.
  7. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the liftgate handle switch.

Component Testing

Liftgate Handle Switch

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the liftgate handle switch.
  2. Test for infinite resistance between the signal terminal A and the low reference terminal B with the switch in the open position.
  3. If not the specified value, replace the liftgate handle switch.
  4. Test for less than 2 ohms between the signal terminal A and the low reference terminal B with the switch in the closed position.
  5. If greater than the specified range, replace the liftgate handle switch.

Liftgate Close Switch

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the liftgate close switch.
  2. Test for infinite resistance between the signal terminal D and the low reference terminal A with the switch in the open position.
  3. If not the specified value, replace the liftgate close switch.
  4. Test for less than 2 ohms between the signal terminal D and the low reference terminal A with the switch in the closed position.
  5. If greater than the specified range, replace the liftgate close switch.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Liftgate Release Switch Replacement
    •  Control Module References for liftgate control module replacement, programming and setup