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Pinpoint Test Q: No Power To The Scan Tool




Communications Network

Pinpoint Tests

Pinpoint Test Q: 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), Medium Speed Controller Area Network (MS-CAN), and ISO 9141 communication network. Voltage for the scan tool is provided by circuit SBP20 (GN/RD). Ground is provided by circuit GD111 (BK/BU).

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Fuse
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Scan tool



PINPOINT TEST Q: 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

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Q1 CHECK DLC PINS FOR DAMAGE


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




- Are DLC pins 4, 5 and 16 OK?

Yes
GO to Q2.

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

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Q2 CHECK THE VOLTAGE SUPPLY CIRCUIT TO THE DLC


- Measure the voltage between the DLC C251-16, circuit SBP20 (GN/RD), harness side and ground.




- Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?

Yes
GO to Q3.

No
VERIFY the Smart Junction Box (SJB) fuse 20 (15A) 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.

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Q3 CHECK THE DLC GROUND CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN


- Measure the resistance between the DLC C251-4 and C251-5, circuits GD111 (BK/BU), harness side and ground.




- Are the resistances less than 5 ohms?

Yes
REPAIR the scan tool. REPEAT the network test with the scan tool.

No
REPAIR the circuit in question. REPEAT the network test with the scan tool.

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