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Schematic Reference: Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List

1

Did you perform the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Retained Accessory Power

2

  1. Install a scan tool. Select the class 2 power mode parameter under the diagnostic circuit check menu.
  2. Close all the doors.
  3. Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF.
  4. Wait 5 seconds, then turn OFF the ignition.
  5. Wait 10 minutes.
  6. Observe the class 2 power mode parameter under the diagnostic circuit check menu.

Did the scan tool display the RAP power mode then time-out and display the OFF or OFF/AWAKE power mode?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 13

3

Observe the RAP Output parameter in the rear integration module (RIM) data list.

Does the RAP Output indicate OFF?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 10

4

  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. With the scan tool, command the RAP relay ON and OFF.

Does the RAP relay turn ON and OFF with each command?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 5

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  1. Connect a test lamp between the control circuit of the RAP relay and the coil side feed circuit of the RAP relay.
  2. With the scan tool, command the RAP relay ON and OFF.

Does the test lamp turn ON and OFF with each command?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 6

6

Does the test lamp remain illuminated with each command?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 10

7

Test the coil control circuit of the RAP relay for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 10

8

Test the switch side output circuit of the RAP relay for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 9

9

Inspect for poor connections and terminal tension at the RAP relay. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 11

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Inspect for poor connections and terminal tension at the harness connector of the rear integration module (RIM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 12

11

Replace the RAP relay.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 15

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12

Important: Perform the programming or setup procedure for the module if required.

Replace the RIM. Refer to Rear Integration Body Control Module Replacement in Body Control System.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 15

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13

Inspect for poor connections and terminal tension at the harness connector of the dash integration module (DIM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 14

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Important: Perform the programming or setup procedure for the module if required.

Replace the DIM. Refer to Rear Integration Body Control Module Replacement in Body Control System.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 15

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15

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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