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B1004



DTC B1004

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC B1004
- Keep Alive Memory (KAM) Reset

Circuit/System Description

The internal fault detection is handled inside the control module.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The control module microprocessor must be active/awake.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The KAM in the control module has been reset. It is a normal occurrence when battery positive voltage or ground is removed from the module, such as a battery disconnect.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The microprocessor reverts back to the base programmed critical operating data until new data is learned and stored in KAM.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* A current DTC clears when the malfunction is no longer present.
* A history DTC clears when the module ignition cycle counter reaches the reset threshold, without a repeat of the malfunction.

Circuit/System Verification

Verify that DTC B1004 is not set.

If the DTC is set, perform the setup procedure on the applicable control module, if the DTC resets replace the module.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure. Verification Tests