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Pinpoint Test N: No Power To The Scan Tool




Communications Network

Pinpoint Tests

Pinpoint Test N: No Power To The Scan Tool

Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 14, Module Communications Network for schematic and connector information. Diagrams By Number

Normal Operation

The scan tool is connected to the Data Link Connector (DLC) to communicate with the High Speed Controller Area Network (HS-CAN), the Standard Corporate Protocol (SCP), and the ISO 9141 network.

A loss of ground or poor ground at the DLC may results in HS-CAN faults while the scan tool is connected.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Fuse
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Scan tool

PINPOINT TEST N: NO POWER TO THE SCAN TOOL

NOTE: Most faults are due to connector and/or wiring concerns. Carry out a thorough inspection and verification before proceeding with the pinpoint test. Inspection and Verification

NOTE: Failure to disconnect the battery when instructed will result in false resistance readings. Refer to Battery, Mounting and Cables Battery Disconnect.

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N1 CHECK DLC PINS FOR DAMAGE


- Disconnect the scan tool cable from the DLC.
- Inspect the DLC pins 4, 5 and 16 for damage.




- Are the DLC pins 4, 5 and 16 OK?

Yes
GO to N2.

No
REPAIR the DLC as necessary. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the network test with the scan tool.

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N2 CHECK THE DLC VOLTAGE SUPPLY CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN


- Measure the voltage between the DLC C251-16, circuit 40 (LB/WH), harness side and ground.




- Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?

Yes
GO to N3.

No
VERIFY the Central Junction Box (CJB) fuse 16 (20A) is OK. If OK, REPAIR the circuit. If not OK, REFER to the Wiring Diagrams to identify the possible causes of the short circuit. REPEAT the network test with the scan tool. Diagrams By Number

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N3 CHECK THE DLC GROUND CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN


- Disconnect: Negative Battery Cable.
- Measure the resistance between the DLC C251-4, circuit 57 (BK), harness side and ground; and between the DLC C251-5, circuit 570 (BK/WH), harness side and ground.




- Are the resistances less than 5 ohms?

Yes
REPAIR the scan tool. CONNECT the negative battery cable. REPEAT the network test with the scan tool.

No
REPAIR the circuit in question. CONNECT the negative battery cable. REPEAT the network test with the scan tool.

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