Stratus Sedan V6-2.7L VIN R (2002)
Body Control Module: Component Tests and General Diagnostics
Road Testing A Complaint Vehicle
ROAD TEST WARNINGS
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.
CAUTION: Before road testing a vehicle, be sure that all components are reassembled. During the test drive, do not try to read the DRB III screen
while in motion. Do not hang the DRB III from the rear view mirror or operate it yourself. Have an assistant available to operate the DRB III.
Six Step Troubleshooting Procedure
SIX-STEP TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
Diagnosis is done in six basic steps:
1. Verification of complaint
2. Verification of any related symptoms
3. Symptom analysis
4. Problem isolation
5. Repair of isolated problem
6. Verification of proper operation
Vehicle Preparation For Testing
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
AECM
airbag electronic control module (ACM)
ASDM
airbag system diagnostic module (ACM)
BCM
body control module
CAB
controller antilock brake
CMTC
compass/mini-trip computer
DAB
driver airbag
DLC
data link connector
DTC
diagnostic trouble code
DR
driver
EBL
electric back lite (rear window defogger)
HVAC
heater ventilation, air conditioning
MIC
mechanical instrument cluster
MTC
manual temperature control
OBD
on board diagnostics
OD0
odometer
ORC
occupant restraint controller (ACM)
PAB
passenger airbag
PASS
passenger
PCI
Programmable Communication Interface (vehicle communication bus)
PCM
powertrain control module
PDC
power distribution center
PW/M
pulse width modulated
RKE
remote keyless entry
SAB
seat airbag
SBT
seat belt tensioner
SIACM
side impact airbag control module
SKIM
sentry key immobilizer module
SKIS
sentry key immobilizer system
SQUIB
also called initiator (located inside airbag)
SRS
supplemental restraint system
TCM
transmission control module
VFD
vacuum fluorescent display
VTSS
vehicle theft security system
