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C0550



DTC C0550

Circuit Description

At each power-up the transfer case shift control module runs a self-test on the following functions:

* EEPROM Checksum
* ROM Checksum
* RAM Checksum
* RAM Malfunction

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC C0550 ECU Malfunction

Conditions for Running the DTC

* The ignition is ON.
* The system voltage is 9-18 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

* Critical operational parameters stored in EEPROM have failed Checksum test indicating invalid data.
* Masked ROM code has failed Checksum test indicating that masked ROM data is not currently valid.
* ROM code has failed Checksum test indicating that ROM data is not currently valid.
* One or more ROM locations have failed operational test indicating that some portions of RAM are not functional.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* The SERVICE 4WD indicator will be latched on and the system will be disabled.
* The transfer case control switch will display the current position LED while DTC C0550 is current, but further shifting will be disabled.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* Replace the transfer case shift control module.
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle. Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.
2. This step replaces the transfer case shift control module.

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