B1345

DTC B1345

Diagnostic Instructions

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

DTC Descriptor
DTC B1345 04
- Device Ground Circuit Open

Diagnostic Fault Information






Circuit/System Description

The folding top control (FTC) module receives ground at X1, terminal 25. The FTC Module monitors this circuit for proper operation.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The FTC module is active.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The ground circuit is open or has high resistance.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The top is disabled.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

The fault is no longer present and the top completes one cycle.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

Folding Top Schematics [1][2]Convertible Top
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views Connector End Views By Name
Description and Operation

Power Folding Top Description and Operation Power Folding Top
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing
* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References Programming and Relearning for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the FTC module.
2. Test for less than 10 ohms between the ground circuit terminal 25 and ground.

• If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.

3. If all circuits test normal, replace the FTC module.

Repair Instructions

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

Control Module References Programming and Relearning for folding top control module replacement, setup, and programming