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Circuit Description

The steering column module determines the tilt position of the steering column based on the following factors:

    • Inputs received from the tilt position sensor that is built into the telescope actuator
    • The telescoping actuator

The Steering column module supplies a 5-volt reference and ground to the tilt position sensor while also monitoring the column position form the telescope position signal circuit.

Conditions for Running the DTC

DTC B1327 is not set as current.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The DTC sets as current when the voltage at the steering column tilt actuator signal is less than .12 volts for 2 seconds on the tilt circuit.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The steering column module will not allow the affected motor to work during memory recall and/or easy exit operations. However, the motor will still operate for manual switch positioning.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
    • This DTC will clear from current status when the voltage is greater than 0.12 volts for 2 seconds.
    • Use a scan tool.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Schematics

1

Did you perform the Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Steering Wheel and Column

2
  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. In order to measure the voltage at the steering column telescope motor signal circuit, backprobe the steering column telescope motor signal circuit using a DMM.

Is the voltage greater than the specified parameter?

0.12 volts

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 3

3
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the tilt actuator harness connector from the steering column module.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Probe the steering column telescope motor signal circuit on the module with a DMM that is connected to a good ground.

Does the DMM indicate the voltage is greater than the specified value?

4.8 volts

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 6

4

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the tilt actuator. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 5

5

Replace the tilt actuator. Refer to Tilt Actuator Assembly Replacement - On Vehicle .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 7

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6

Important:: Perform the set up procedure for the steering column module.

Replace the steering column module. Refer to Steering Column Control Module Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 7

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7

Perform the Steering Column Control Module Programming. Refer to Steering Column Control Module Programming

Did you complete the action?

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Go to Step 8

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8
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

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Go to Step 2

System OK