B196A

B196A-POWER LIFTGATE CLOSE DIRECTION OVERCURRENT





For a complete wiring diagram Refer to the Wiring Information

- When Monitored:
Anytime the Power Liftgate is in a power closing operation.

- Set Condition:
The drive motor stall current of over 24 amps has been detected for over 500 ms. during a power closing operation.





1. DTC PRESENT
1. With the scan tool, record and erase DTCs.
2. Turn the ignition off, wait 10 seconds, then turn the ignition on.
3. Operate the power liftgate several times if possible.
4. With the scan tool, read DTCs.

Does the scan tool display B196A-POWER LIFTGATE CLOSE DIRECTION OVERCURRENT?

Yes

- Go To 2

No

- Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors for an intermittent condition. Operate the liftgate several times and check for any binding conditions.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Body Verification Test.

2. BINDING LIFTGATE
1. Examine the liftgate for proper alignment, worn or binding hinges, weak liftgate prop assembly, or loose/hard weatherstrip for wear or anything that would cause an obstruction to proper operation.
2. If necessary manually operate the liftgate of a known good vehicle and notice the effort needed.
3. Compare the effort needed on the disabled vehicle.

Were there any mechanical problems found?

Yes

- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Body Verification Test.

No

- Go To 3

3. POWER LIFTGATE DRIVE UNIT
1. Reconnect all harness connectors.
2. Operate the Power Liftgate in both directions if possible.

Does the motor start to lift the liftgate but moves very slow and labors extensively?

Yes

- Replace the Power Liftgate Drive Unit assembly.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Body Verification Test.

No

- Replace the Power Liftgate Module.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Body Verification Test.