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Circuit Description

At each power-up, the transfer case shift control module runs a self-test on the following:

    • Electrically erasable programmable read only memory (EEPROM) Checksum
    • Read only memory (ROM) Checksum
    • Random access memory (RAM) Checksum
    • RAM Malfunction
    • Relay Malfunction

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC C0550 ECU Malfunction

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The ignition is ON.
    • The system voltage is 9-16 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • Critical operational parameters stored in EEPROM have failed Checksum test indicating invalid data.
    • Masked ROM code has failed Checksum test indicating that masked ROM data is not valid.
    • ROM code has failed Checksum test indicating that ROM data is not valid.
    • One or more ROM locations have failed operational test indicating that some portions of RAM are not functional.
    • Motor circuit test has indicated that one of the modules relays is not able to make contact.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The SERVICE 4WD indicator remains illuminated and the system is disabled.
    • No further mode changes for the current ignition cycle.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • Replace the transfer case shift control module.
    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle.

Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table

  1. This step replaces the transfer case shift control module.

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Transfer Case Control Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Transfer Case Control Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

2

Replace the transfer case shift control module. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the repair?

System OK

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