Caravan FWD V6-201 3.3L VIN R MFI (1997)
Body Control Module: Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
WARNING: Before attempting to diagnose, remove or install any airbag system components, first disconnect and isolate battery ground cable,
then wait at least 10 minutes prior the performing any service.
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Failure to do so may result in airbag deployment or personal injury.
1. Connect the scan tool to the Data Link connector which is located on the left side kick panel just above the hood release.
2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position. Exit vehicle with the scan tool. Use the latest version of the diagnostic cartridge.
3. After checking that no one is inside the vehicle, connect the battery negative remote terminal.
4. Using the scan tool, read and record the active diagnostic trouble code data.
5. Read and record any stored diagnostic trouble codes.
6. Refer to Trouble Code Diagnostic Charts, and the appropriate system diagnosis for the code retrieved, if any diagnostic trouble codes are found in
Step 4 and Step 5.
7. Erase stored diagnostic trouble codes if there are no active diagnostic trouble codes. If problems remain, diagnostic trouble codes will not
erase.
If the airbag warning lamp either fails to light, or goes on and stays on, there is a system malfunction. Refer to Trouble Code Diagnostic Charts, Airbag
system,See: Testing and Inspection/Diagnostic Trouble Code Tests and Associated Procedures/Manufacturer Code Charts/Airbag System/1A Identifying
Airbag System Problems to diagnose the problem.
