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Circuit Description

The internal fault detection is handled inside the control module. No external circuits are involved.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The microprocessor runs the program to detect an internal fault when power up is commanded. The only requirements are voltage and ground. This program runs even if the voltage is out of the valid operating range.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The microprocessor refuses all additional inputs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

The DTC clears when the microprocessor makes a successful write to the EEPROM and check sum maneuver.

Diagnostic Aids

Important: For the instrument panel module (IPM) go to DTC B1000 ECU Malfunction in HVAC - Automatic.

    • This DTC may be stored as a history DTC with out affecting the operation of the module. If stored only as a history DTC and not retrieved as a current DTC, do not replace the module.
    • If this DTC is retrieved as both a current and history DTC, replace the module.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Control Module References

2

Replace the module. Refer to Control Module References .

Did you complete the replacement?

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System OK

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