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Pinpoint Test Av: DTC U3003:17 (FCIM)

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NOTE: DTC U3003:17 may be stored in the module memory due to past battery charging or vehicle jump starting events.
  1. AV1 CHECK FOR HIGH VOLTAGE DTCs SET IN OTHER MODULES 
    • Ignition ON.
    • Retrieve all continuous DTCs from all modules.
    • Is DTC B1317, B1676, B0563 (PCM), or U3003:17 set in more than one module? 
    • Yes  : REFER to CHARGING SYSTEM Article to diagnose an overcharging condition.
    • No  : GO to AV2.
  2. AV2 CHECK THE BATTERY VOLTAGE 
    • Turn off all interior/exterior lights and accessories.
    • Start and run the engine at approximately 2, 000 rpm for 3 minutes while monitoring the battery voltage.
    • Does the battery voltage rise to 15.5 volts or higher? 
    • Yes  : REFER to CHARGING SYSTEM Article to diagnose an overcharging condition.
    • No  : GO to AV3.
  3. AV3 RECHECK FOR DTC U3003:17 
    • Turn the engine off.
    • Ignition ON.
    • Clear the FCIM DTCs.
    • Repeat the FCIM self-test.
    • Is DTC U3003:17 present? 
    • Yes  : INSTALL a new FCIM. REFER to FRONT CONTROLS INTERFACE MODULE (FCIM)  . TEST this system for normal operation.
    • No  : The system is operating normally at this time. The DTC may have been set previously during battery charging or while jump starting the vehicle.