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B1985






B1985 - Power Liftgate Latch Control 2 Circuit High






For a complete wiring diagram, refer to.

When Monitored: Anytime the power liftgate is performing a power cinch or release operation.

Set Condition: When the liftgate latch motor cinch or release output is pulled high prior to or during a latch cinch or release operation, this code will set.






Test Step 1 - DTC Present

With the scan tool, record and erase DTCs.

Turn the ignition OFF, wait 10 seconds, then turn the ignition ON.

Operate the power liftgate several times if possible.

With the scan tool, check for DTCs.

If the B210E - Battery Voltage HIGH DTC is present, repair that code before proceeding.

Does the scan tool display B1985 - Power Liftgate Latch Control 2 Circuit High?

Yes

Go to Test Step 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 in the latch assembly.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior

Test Step 2 - Power Liftgate Module






Turn the ignition OFF.

Disconnect the power liftgate module C2 harness connector.

Turn the ignition ON.

Measure the voltage of the liftgate latch Cinch driver circuit.

Is there any voltage present?

No

Replace the power liftgate module.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior

Yes

Go to Test Step 3.

Test Step 3 - Check the Liftgate Latch Cinch Driver Circuit for a Short to Voltage






Disconnect the power liftgate latch harness connector.

Measure the voltage of the liftgate latch cinch driver circuit.

Is there any voltage present?

Yes

Repair the liftgate latch cinch driver circuit for a short to voltage.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior

No

Repair the liftgate latch release driver circuit for a short to voltage.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior