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Test X: No Communication With the Restraints Control Module (RCM)

PINPOINT TEST X: NO COMMUNICATION WITH THE RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM)


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Normal Operation
The diagnostic tool communicates with the restraints control module (RCM) through the data link connector (DLC) C251 pin 7, circuit 70 (LB/WH).

Possible Causes
A no-communication fault with the RCM can be caused by:
- wiring, terminals or connectors.
- a faulty data link connector (DLC).
- a faulted RCM.