RAM SRT-10 Pickup V10-505 8.3L (2004)
Body Control Module: Component Tests and General Diagnostics
Six Step Troubleshooting Procedure
Diagnosis of the body system is done in six basic steps:
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verification of complaint
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verification of any related symptoms
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symptom analysis
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problem isolation
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repair of isolated problem
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verification of proper operation
Road Testing
Some complaints will require a test drive as part of the repair verification procedure. The purpose of the test drive is to try to duplicate the diagnostic
code or symptom condition.
WARNING: REASSEMBLE ALL COMPONENTS BEFORE ROAD TESTING A VEHICLE. DO NOT TRY TO READ THE DRBIII(R)
SCREEN OR OTHER TEST EQUIPMENT DURING A TEST DRIVE. DO NOT HANG THE DRBIII(R) OR OTHER TEST EQUIPMENT
FROM THE REARVIEW MIRROR DURING A TEST DRIVE. HAVE AN ASSISTANT AVAILABLE TO OPERATE THE DRBIII(R) OR
OTHER TEST EQUIPMENT. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Vehicle Preparation For Testing
Make sure the vehicle being tested has a fully charged battery. If it does not, false diagnostic codes or error messages may occur.
Glossary of Terms
ABS
antilock brake system
ACM
airbag control module
ACT
actuator
AECM
airbag electronic control module (ACM)
ASDM
airbag system diagnostic module (ACM)
BCM
body control module
BTSI
brake transmission shift interlock
CAB
controller antilock brake
CMTC
compass/mini-trip computer
CPA
connector positive assurance
DAB
driver airbag
DLC
data link connector
DTC
diagnostic trouble code
EBL
electric back lite (rear window defogger)
ECM
engine control module
EVIC
electronic vehicle information center
FCM
front control module
HFM
hands free module
HVAC
heater ventilation, air conditioning
IC
instrument cluster (MIC)
IPM
integrated power module
JB
junction block
MIC
mechanical instrument cluster
NGC
next generation controller
ODO
odometer
OR
occupant restraint controller
PAB
passenger airbag
PCI
Programmable Communication Interface (vehicle communication bus)
PCM
powertrain control module
PDC
power distribution center
PWM
pulse width modulated
RKE
remote keyless entry
RX
receive
SBS
seat belt switch
SBT
seat belt tensioner
SKIM
sentry key immobilizer module
SKIS
sentry key immobilizer system
SRS
supplemental restraint system
SUV
sport utility vehicle