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PINPOINT TEST E : The Power Liftgate Pinch Strip Does Not Stop Or Reverse the Liftgate

  1. E1 RETRIEVE THE DTCs FROM THE LTM

    • Using a scan tool, perform the LTM self-test.

    Is DTC B2699, B2700, B2701 or B2702 present? 

    Yes  GO to Pinpoint Test F .
    No  GO to  E2.
  2. E2 CHECK THE LIFTGATE LEFT/RIGHT PINCH STRIP STATUS (LFT_PINCH / RT_PINCH) OPERATION

    • Using the scan tool, view LTM PIDs.
    • Monitor the LTM PIDs LFT_PINCH and RT_PINCH while activating the left and right pinch strips.

    Does the PID state change/agree with the pinch strip status? 

    Yes  GO to  E3.
    No  INSTALL a new left or right pinch strip switch. Refer to Pinch Strip Switch .
  3. E3 CHECK FOR CORRECT LTM OPERATION

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Disconnect and inspect all LTM 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 all the LTM 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 LTM. Refer to Liftgate/Trunk Module (LTM) .
    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.