B25A9-00

B25A9-00-FRONT DRIVER DOOR HANDLE SENSE

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to the Wiring Information.

NOTE: Before proceeding, check the handle for any foreign material, or binding, that could cause a sticking situation to the handle or switch.

- When Monitored:
During the Passive Entry or Keyless Go event.

- Set Condition:
When the RF Hub module senses a door handle hall sensor, a lock switch failure or a continuous activation for over four (4) minutes, this code will set.





1. TEST FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITION

NOTE: If there are any other RF Hub DTCs, perform the diagnostic procedure for them before proceeding.

1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Using the scan tool, record and erase the DTCs.
3. Make sure that the door handle is in the home position (not pulled).
4. With the scan tool, select "Diagnostic Procedures", "Reset ECU" and "RFH" and perform the routine.
5. With the scan tool, select "RFH", "Data" and scroll to "Last Message: Driver Door Handle Hall Signal".
6. Observe the value field.

Does the scan tool display: YES?

Yes

- Replace the Door Handle. Front Exterior Handle - Removal.
- With the scan tool, select "Diagnostic Procedures", "Reset ECU" and "RFH" and perform the routine.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Body Verification Test.

No

- Go To 2

2. TEST FOR STUCK LOCK SWITCH
1. With the scan tool, select "RFH", "Data" and scroll to "Last Message: Driver Door Handle Lock Signal".
2. Observe the value field.

Does the scan tool display: YES?

Yes

- Replace the Driver Exterior Door Handle. Front Exterior Handle - Removal
- With the scan tool, select "Diagnostic Procedures", "Reset ECU" and "RFH" and perform the routine.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Body Verification Test.

No

- Go To 3

3. DOOR HANDLE OPERATION
1. Open the Driver Door window.
2. Turn the ignition off, remove the FOBIK and close all doors.
3. Have the FOBIK outside and within 10 cm. and 1.5 m. (4 in. and 5 ft.) of the Driver door handle.

NOTE: In the next step, wait two (2) seconds between each Lock and Unlock activation as there is a two second delay after each Lock action.

4. Lock and Unlock the Driver Door by the outside handle four (4) times.

Did the Door Handle Lock and Unlock the door as it should?

Yes

- Test complete, the condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagrams as a guide, check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals and correct pin tension. Record the findings on the work order.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Body Verification Test.

No

- Go To 4

4. DOOR HANDLE OR RF HUB
1. Turn the ignition on and open the Passenger front window.
2. Turn the ignition off, remove the FOBIK and close all doors.
3. Have the FOBIK outside the car and within 10cm. and 1.5 m. (5 ft. and 4 in.) of the Passenger door handle.

NOTE: In the next steps, wait two (2) seconds between each Lock and Unlock activation as there is a two second delay after each Lock action.

4. Lock and Unlock the Passenger Front Door by the outside handle four (4) times.

Did the Passenger Door Handle lock and unlock the door as it should?

Yes

- Replace the Driver Exterior Door Handle. Front Exterior Handle - Removal.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST.Body Verification Test.

No

- Replace the RF HUB Module. Radio Frequency Module (RF Hub) - Removal.
- NOTE: If this vehicle is equipped with a Steering Column Lock Module (Export), it MUST be replaced also.

- Replace the Steering Column Lock Module. Shaft Lock Module - Removal
- Perform the RADIO FREQUENCY HUB VERIFICATION TEST. RF Hub Verification Test