Pinpoint Tests AP: DTC B1318

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Pinpoint Test AP: DTC B1318

Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 60, Instrument Cluster for schematic and connector information. Diagrams By Number

Normal Operation
- DTC B1318 (Battery Voltage Low) - sets in continuous memory and on-demand if the Instrument Cluster (IC) voltage drops below 9 volts on the B+ keep alive voltage supply circuit.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- High circuit resistance
- IC



PINPOINT TEST AP: DTC B1318

NOTICE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.

NOTE: Failure to disconnect the battery when instructed will result in false resistance readings. Refer to Battery.

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AP1 RECHECK THE IC DTCs


- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: IC Self-Test.
- Clear the DTCs. Repeat the IC self-test.
- Is DTC B1318 still present?

Yes
GO to AP2.

No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The DTC may have been set due to a previous low battery voltage condition.

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AP2 CHECK THE CHARGING SYSTEM DTCs IN THE PCM


- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: PCM Self-Test.
- Retrieve the continuous memory DTCs from all modules.
- Is DTC P0620, DTC P0622, DTC P0625, DTC P0626 or DTC P065B set in the PCM?

Yes
REFER to Charging System.

No
GO to AP3.

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AP3 CHECK THE BATTERY CONDITION AND STATE OF CHARGE


- Check the battery condition and verify that the battery is fully charged. Refer to Battery.
- Is the battery OK and fully charged?

Yes
GO to AP4.

No
REFER to Battery.

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AP4 CHECK THE IC VOLTAGE PID


- Ignition ON.
- Measure and record the voltage at the battery.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: IC DataLogger.
- Select and monitor the IC voltage PID (VBAT_IC).
- Is the voltage within 0.2 volt of the recorded battery voltage?

Yes
GO to AP7.

No
GO to AP5.

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AP5 CHECK THE IC VOLTAGE SUPPLY


- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: IC C220.
- Ignition ON.
- Measure the voltage between the IC C220-1, circuit SBP24 (VT/RD), harness side and ground.




- Is the voltage within 0.2 volt of the recorded battery voltage?

Yes
GO to AP6.

No
REPAIR circuit SBP24 (VT/RD) for high resistance. CLEAR the DTC. REPEAT the self-test.

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AP6 CHECK THE IC GROUND CIRCUITS


- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: Negative Battery Cable.
- Measure the resistance between the IC C220-13, circuit GD145 (BK/BU), harness side and ground.




- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?

Yes
GO to AP7.

No
REPAIR circuit GD145 (BK/BU) for high resistance. CLEAR the DTC. REPEAT the self-test.

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AP7 CHECK FOR CORRECT IC OPERATION


- Disconnect the IC connector.
- Check for:
- corrosion
- damaged pins
- pushed-out pins
- Connect the IC connector and make sure it seats correctly.
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?

Yes
INSTALL a new IC. REFER to Instrument Cluster (IC) Instrument Cluster (IC). TEST the system for normal operation.

No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.

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