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PINPOINT TEST A : The Power Adjustable Steering Column Is Inoperative In One Or More Directions Using The Steering Column Control Switch

NOTE: Use the Flex Probe Kit for all test connections to prevent damage to the wiring terminals. Do not use standard multi-meter probes.
NOTE: If the adjustable steering column only operates in one second intervals when activating the steering column control switch, GO to Pinpoint Test C .

  1. A1 CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE ADJUSTABLE COLUMN USING THE STEERING COLUMN CONTROL SWITCH

    • Operate the adjustable steering column in all directions using the steering column control switch.

    Does the steering column operate correctly in at least one direction using the steering column control switch? 

    Yes  GO to  A4.
    No  If the steering column does not move at all in any directions using the steering column switch, GO to  A2. If the steering column only moves in one second intervals (jog mode) in one or more directions using the steering column switch, GO to Pinpoint Test C .

  2. A2 CHECK FOR VOLTAGE AT THE SCCM

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Disconnect: SCCM C2414A.
    • Disconnect: SCCM C2414B.
    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C2414A-10
      GFD33595Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C2414B-8
      GFD33595Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground

    Are the voltages greater than 11 volts? 

    Yes  GO to  A3.
    No  VERIFY BCM-B fuses 23 (15A) and 24 (15A) are OK. If OK, REPAIR the affected circuit. If not OK, REFER to the OEM ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM INTRODUCTION to identify the cause for the circuit short. TEST the system for normal operation.

  3. A3 CHECK THE SCCM GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C2414A-13
      GFD33596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C2414B-5
      GFD33596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground

    Are the resistances less than 3 ohms? 

    Yes  GO to  A4.
    No  REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.

  4. A4 CHECK THE STEERING COLUMN ADJUST SWITCH (STRCOL_ADJ) PID

    • Connect: SCCM C2414A.
    • Connect: SCCM C2414B.
    • Ignition ON.
    • Using the scan tool, view SCCM PIDs.
    • Monitor the SCCM PID STRCOL_ADJ while moving the steering column control switch in all directions.

    Do the PID values agree with the steering column control switch positions? 

    Yes  GO to  A5.
    No  INSTALL a new steering column control switch. REFER to Steering Column Switches . CLEAR the DTCs. VERIFY correct system operation. REPEAT the self-test If the concern is still present, INSTALL a new SCCM. REFER to Steering Column Switches . TEST the system for normal operation.

  5. A5 CHECK THE ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN MOTOR CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Disconnect: SCCM C2414A.
    • Disconnect: SCCM C2414B.
    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C2414B-1
      GFD33595Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground
      C2414B-2
      GFD33595Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground
      C2414B-7
      GFD33595Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground

    Is any voltage present? 

    Yes  REPAIR the affected circuit(s).
    No  GO to  A6.

  6. A6 CHECK THE ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN MOTOR CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C2414B-1
      GFD33596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground
      C2414B-2
      GFD33596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground
      C2414B-7
      GFD33596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 Ground

    Are the resistances greater than 10, 000 ohms? 

    Yes  GO to  A7.
    No  REPAIR the affected circuit(s).

  7. A7 CHECK THE ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN MOTOR CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN

    • Disconnect: Adjustable Steering Column Tilt Motor or Adjustable Steering Column Telescope Motor.
    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C2414B-2
      GFD33596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 C267-2
      C2414B-7
      GFD33596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 C267-1
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C2414B-1
      GFD33596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 C227-1
      C2414B-7
      GFD33596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      		 C227-3

    Is the resistance less than 3 ohms? 

    Yes  For a tilt motor that is inoperative/does not operate correctly, GO to  A8. For a telescope motor that is inoperative/does not operate correctly, GO to  A9.
    No  REPAIR the affected circuit(s).

  8. A8 CHECK THE SCCM OUTPUT TO THE ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN TILT MOTOR

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Connect: SCCM C2414A.
    • Connect: SCCM C2414B.
    • Ignition ON.
    • Activate the steering column control switch in both the UP and DOWN positions (release the switch briefly between each switch activation) while observing the test light.
    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C267-1 Test Light C267-2

    Does the test light momentarily illuminate when the steering column control switch is activated in both UP and DOWN positions? 

    Yes  INSTALL a new adjustable steering column tilt motor. REFER to Tilt/Telescopic Motors .
    No  GO to  A10.

  9. A9 CHECK THE SCCM OUTPUT TO THE ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN TELESCOPE MOTOR

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Connect: SCCM C2414A.
    • Connect: SCCM C2414B.
    • Ignition ON.
    • Activate the steering column control switch in both the FORWARD and REARWARD positions (release the switch briefly between each switch activation) while observing the test light.
    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C227-1 Test Light C227-3

    Does the test light momentarily illuminate when the steering column control switch is activated in both FORWARD and REARWARD positions? 

    Yes  INSTALL a new steering column assembly. Refer to Steering Column .
    No  GO to  A10.

  10. A10 CHECK FOR CORRECT SCCM OPERATION

    • Disconnect and inspect all SCCM connectors.
    • Repair:
      • corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
    • Reconnect the SCCM connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.
    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

    Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable TSBs. If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no TSBs address this concern, INSTALL a new SCCM. REFER to Steering Column Switches .
    No  The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.
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