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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 B2495 01: Liftgate Latch Control Circuit Short to Battery

DTC B2495 02: Liftgate Latch Control Circuit Short to Ground

DTC B2495 04: Liftgate Latch Control Circuit Open

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

Latch Pawl Switch Signal

B153A 08

B153A 08

1

--

Latch Ratchet Switch Signal

B153A 08

B153A 08

1

--

Latch Sector Switch Signal

B153A 08

B153A 08

1

--

Liftgate Ajar Switch Signal

B396F 06

B396F 06

B396F 0B

--

Liftgate Latch Motor Close Control

B2495 02

B2495 04

B2495 01

--

Liftgate Latch Motor Open Control

B2495 02

B2495 04

B2495 01

--

Liftgate Motor Close Control

B396A 02

B396A 04

B396A 01

--

Liftgate Motor Disengage Control

B396B 02

B396B 04

B396B 01

--

Liftgate Motor Engage Control

B396B 02

B396B 04

B396B 01

--

Liftgate Motor Open Control

B396A 02

B396A 04

B396A 01

--

Liftgate Position Sensor Reference Voltage

B153E 02

B153E 05

B153E 05

--

Liftgate Position Sensor Signal 1

B153E 08

B153E 08

B153E 08

--

Liftgate Position Sensor Signal 2

B153E 08

B153E 08

B153E 08

--

Liftgate Tape Switch Signal

B153F 02

B153F 05

B153F 05

--

Liftgate Full Open Switch Signal

B153B 02

B153B 05

B153B 05

--

Open/Close Switch Signal

B2494 02

1

1

--

Liftgate Full Open Switch Low Reference

--

B153A 08

--

--

Liftgate Handle Switch Low Reference

--

1

--

--

Liftgate Position Sensor Low Reference

--

1

--

--

Liftgate Tape Switch Low Reference

--

B153F 05

--

--

1. Power Liftgate Malfunction

Circuit/System Description

The power liftgate latch assembly contains a cinch/release motor as well as 3 sector switches that provide inputs to the liftgate module (LGM) with regards to the position of the liftgate during opening and closing. When the sector switches determine that liftgate is fully latched, the LGM applies voltage and ground to the cinch/release motor to close and secure the liftgate.

The liftgate latch is also used to release the liftgate. When the LGM receives a request to release the liftgate, the LGM will respond by applying voltage and ground to the cinch/release motor by reversing the polarity. This releases the cinch/release motor, releasing the liftgate and allowing the liftgate motor to begin opening the assembly. For more detailed information concerning power liftgate operation refer to Liftgate Description and Operation .

Conditions for Running the DTC

Battery voltage must be between 9-16 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • DTC B2495 01 will set when the LGM detects a short to voltage in the liftgate latch motor open control circuit or the liftgate latch motor close control circuit.
    • DTC B2495 02 will set when the LGM detects a short to ground in the liftgate latch motor open control circuit or the liftgate latch motor close control circuit.
    • DTC B2495 04 will set when the LGM detects an open/high resistance in the liftgate latch motor open control circuit or the liftgate latch motor close control circuit.

Actions Taken When the DTC Sets

    • If the liftgate is in motion when the DTC sets, liftgate operation will be disabled and resort to manual operation.
    • If the liftgate is not in motion when the DTC sets, all liftgate functions will be disabled.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists.
    • You issue a scan tool CLEAR DTCs command.

Diagnostic Aids

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

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Liftgate Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Vehicle Access Connector End Views

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 Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connectors at the liftgate latch assembly.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 1 ohm of resistance between the control circuit terminal 1 and ground.
  3. If greater than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the LGM.
  4. Ignition OFF, test for less than 1 ohm of resistance between the control circuit terminal 3 and ground.
  5. If greater than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the LGM.
  6. Disconnect the C2 harness connector at the LGM.
  7. Verify that a test lamp does not illuminate between B+ and liftgate latch motor open control circuit terminal 1.
  8. If the test lamp illuminates, test the control circuit for a short to ground.
  9. Verify that a test lamp does not illuminate between B+ and liftgate latch motor close control circuit terminal 2.
  10. If the test lamp illuminates, test the control circuit for a short to ground.
  11. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the liftgate latch assembly.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Liftgate Close Actuator Motor Control Module Replacement
    •  Control Module References for LGM replacement, setup, and programming