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 B153F 02: Liftgate Object Sensor Signal Circuit Short to GroundDTC B153F 03: Liftgate Object Sensor Signal Circuit Voltage Below Treshold
DTC B153F 05: Liftgate Object Sensor Signal Circuit Short to Battery or Open
DTC B153F 07: Liftgate Object Sensor Signal Circuit Voltage Above Threshold
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Liftgate Module B+ | B396A 02, B153A 08 | B396A 02, B153A 08 | -- | -- |
Liftgate Position Sensor 5V Reference Voltage | 2 | B153E 08 | 2 | -- |
Full Open Signal | B153B 02 | 2 | 2 | -- |
Liftgate Disable Signal | 1, 2 | 1 | 1 | -- |
Liftgate Open Signal | 1 | 1 | 1 | -- |
Object Sensors Signal | B153F 02 | B153F 05 | B153F 05 | B153F 03, B153F 07 |
Open/Close Switches Signal | B2494 02 | 1, 2 | 1, 2 | -- |
Pawl Switch Signal | B153A 00 | B153A 00 | B153A 00 | B153A 08 |
Position Sensor Signal 1 | B153E 02 | B153E 05, B153E 08 | B153E 05 | -- |
Position Sensor Signal 2 | B153E 02 | B153E 05, B153E 08 | B153E 05 | -- |
Ratchet Switch Signal | B153A 00 | B153A 00 | B153A 00 | B153A 08 |
Sector Switch Signal | B153A 00 | B153A 00 | B153A 00 | B153A 08 |
Disengage Clutch Control | B396B 02 | B396B 04 | B396B 01 | -- |
Engage Clutch Control | B396B 02 | B396B 04 | B396B 01 | -- |
Liftgate Latch Cinch Control | B2495 02 | B2495 04 | B2495 01 | -- |
Liftgate Latch Release Control | B2495 02 | B2495 04 | B2495 01 | -- |
Liftgate Motor Close Control | B396A 02 | B396A 04 | B396A 01 | -- |
Liftgate Motor Open Control | B396A 02 | B396A 04 | B396A 01 | -- |
Full Open Low Reference | -- | 2 | 2 | -- |
Liftgate Switches Low Reference | -- | 1 | 1 | -- |
Position Sensor Low Reference | -- | B0153E 08 | 2 | -- |
I/P Switch Ground | -- | 1 | 1 | -- |
Liftgate Control Module Ground | -- | 2 | 2 | -- |
1. Liftgate Switch Malfunction 2. Liftgate Malfunction | ||||
Circuit/System Description
The liftgate object sensor uses two tape switches embedded in the liftgate opening weatherstrip to detect any foreign objects in the path of the liftgate. When pressure is applied to the weatherstrip, the tape switch is closed signaling the liftgate module (LGM) that an object is in the path of the liftgate. The LGM will reverse the direction of the liftgate motor should this occur.
The 2 tape switches are placed in series between the liftgate object sensor signal circuit and the liftgate object low reference circuit. Each object sensor has a resistor as well as a switch. The resistors enable the LGM to perform diagnostic functions on the circuits. When both switches are open, voltage supplied by the LGM passes through the resistors and supplies the LGM with a reference voltage. If an object is in the path of the moving liftgate, the affected switch would close. The closing of the switch would bypass the resistor and change the reference voltage seen by the LGM, indicating that one of the switches is closed and an object has been detected.
Conditions for Running the DTC
System voltage to the liftgate control module must be 9-16 volts.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
B153F 02
When the LGM detects a short to ground in the liftgate tape switch signal circuit.
B153F 03
When the LGM detects less than 3.3 volts in the liftgate tape switch signal circuit.
B153F 05
When the LGM detects a short to voltage or an open/high resistance in the liftgate tape switch signal circuit.
B153F 07
When the LGM detects greater than 5.5 volts in the liftgate tape switch signal circuit.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
The power liftgate will be inoperative until the conditions for setting the DTC are no longer present. If the liftgate is in motion prior to the DTC setting, the liftgate will close and immediately re-open.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | The DTC will be current for as long as the fault is present. |
| • | When the fault is no longer present, the DTC will be a history status code. |
| • | A history DTC will clear after 50 ignition cycles or with a scan tool using the clear DTCs function. |
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Connector End View Reference
Vehicle Access Connector End Views
Description and Operation
Rear Hatch/Gate Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
Scan Tool Reference
Circuit/System Verification
Ignition ON, observe the scan tool Object Sensor Supply Voltage parameter while pressing and releasing the left and right liftgate object sensors. The parameter should change between Inactive and Active.
Circuit/System Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the LGM.
- Test for infinite resistance between the signal circuit terminal 8 and ground.
- Test for 15K-25K ohms between the signal circuit terminal 8 and the low reference circuit terminal 16.
- If all circuits test normal, replace the LGM.
| ⇒ | If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground. |
| ⇒ | If not within the specified range, test the signal circuit between the left and right liftgate object sensors and the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuits test normal, test or replace the left or right liftgate object sensor. |
Component Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the right liftgate object sensor.
- Test for 10K ohms between the signal terminal A and the low reference terminal B.
- Disconnect the harness connector at the left liftgate object sensor.
- Test for 10K ohms between the signal terminal A and the low reference terminal B.
| ⇒ | If not within the specified value, replace the right liftgate object sensor. |
| ⇒ | If not within the specified value, replace the left liftgate object sensor. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
| • | Control Module References for liftgate control module replacement, programming and setup |
