Fault-Tracing Information

Fault-tracing

Checking the sensor




Power Operated Tailgate Module (POT) checks the voltage to the switch for the tailgate's external handle.
Check status for the external handle by clicking on the symbol for VCT2000. Status shall show pressed in when you press in the handle, and released when you do not press the handle.
If status shows pressed in even if there is no evident action, check the external handle with regards to the sensor having been displaced.





Does the sensor work?

Yes - Verification

No - Checking the cable and component

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Checking the cable and component
Check the leads between Power Operated Tailgate Module (POT) and the external handle. Also investigate the connector in Power Operated Tailgate Module (POT) and the connector in the external handle with regards to loose connection and oxidation.
If the leads are intact, replace external handle.
Remedy as necessary.

Other information
- Location of components, Power-Operated Tailgate Module (POT) Locations
- Signal description, Power-Operated Tailgate Module (POT) Signal Description, Power-Operated Tailgate Module (POT)
- Outer tailgate/trunk lid handle Service and Repair
- Checking wiring and terminals Checking Wiring and Terminals

Was a fault detected?

Yes - Verification

No - Information

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Verification




Verification





Hint: After carrying out the repair check that the fault has been remedied.

- Ignition off.
- Reinstall the connectors, components etc.
- Ignition on.
- Check the function by opening and closing the tailgate using the different button combinations.
- Read off the diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) by clicking on the VCT2000 symbol.
- Check that the diagnostic trouble code has disappeared or changed status to intermittent. Then the problem has been solved.





Has the fault been remedied?

Yes - FAULT FOUND

No - Attempt New Test

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Attempt New Test - Information

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Information




Information

Fault-tracing information
The fault should have been detected and remedied. As this is not the case fault-tracing has failed.
Exit fault-tracing for this diagnostic trouble code (DTC) or make another attempt.

Do you want to exit fault-tracing?

Yes - Exit fault-tracing

No - Attempt New Test

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Attempt New Test - Checking the sensor

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