Circuit Description
The steering column lock control module (SCLCM) controls the steering column lock motor. The SCLCM monitors the voltage on the lock motor control circuits. If the voltage on a control circuit is not the same as what the SCLCM is commanding, DTC B2907 will set.
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC B2897 Steering Column Lock Solenoid/Motor Lock Circuit
DTC Symptom | DTC Symptom Descriptor |
|---|---|
02 | Short to Ground |
05 | Short to Voltage |
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | DTCs B1327 or B1328 are not set as current. |
| • | The condition must be present for 300 ms. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
This DTC will set if the SCLCM lock relay circuit has an open, short to ground, or short to voltage.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | Stores a DTC B2897 in the SCLCM memory. |
| • | The SCLCM will command the Service Column Lock Now to turn ON in the driver information center (DIC). |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The SCLCM no longer detects a malfunction in the SCLCM lock relay circuit. |
| • | A history DTC will clear after 50 consecutive ignition cycles if the condition for the malfunction is no longer present. |
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Column Lock Schematics Connector End View Reference: Steering Wheel and Column Connector End Views | ||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
2 | Test the steering column lock motor circuits for an open, short to ground, or short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing . Did you find the condition? | -- | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 3 |
3 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the steering column lock control module (SCLCM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections . Did you find the condition? | -- | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 5 |
4 | Replace the steering wheel theft deterrent lock. Refer to Steering Wheel and Column Component Views . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 6 | -- |
5 |
Important: Perform the setup procedure for the SCLCM. Replace and setup the SCLCM. Refer to Steering Column Lock Control Module Programming and Setup . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 6 | -- |
6 |
Does DTC B2897 reset? | -- | Go to Step 2 | System OK |
