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B2725




Transfer Case - MP 3023/3024-NQH

DTC B2725

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (with HP2) (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview)Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (without HP2) (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor
DTC B2725 08
- Active Transfer Case Mode Switch Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information





Circuit/System Description

The active transfer case mode switch circuit consists of 5 modes. The transfer case shift control module supplies 5 volts to the switch through the 5-volt reference circuit. The current travel through the resistor of the currently active mode. The current is then returned to the transfer case shift control module through the switch signal circuit. The transfer case shift control module constantly monitors this signal voltage to determine the condition of the mode switch circuit. When each of the modes are selected they complete a circuit through their own specific resistor. The transfer case shift control module continuously monitors the switch input to determine whether the Neutral, AWD, 2HI, 4HI, or 4LO mode was selected by the driver.

Conditions for Running the DTC

* The ignition is ON.
* System voltage is 10.5-18 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

* The system constantly monitors the voltage on switch signal circuit.
* If the system detects a voltage level under 0.38 volts or greater than 4.86 volts for 60 seconds, the DTC is logged.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* All shifting is disabled.
* The SERVICE 4WD indicator remains illuminated for the remainder of the current ignition cycle.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The transfer case shift control module clears the DTC if the condition for setting the DTC is not currently present.
* A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm up cycles without a fault present.
* History DTCs can be cleared using a scan tool.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

Transfer Case Control Schematics (Electrical Diagrams)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector Views)
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Connector Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Wiring Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information.

Diagnostic Aids

A short to ground on the neutral indicator control circuit will cause the neutral indicator to remain on at all times. An open or high resistance will cause the neutral indicator to be inoperative during the 2 second bulb check.

Circuit/System Testing

The 5-volt reference circuit and the switch signal will have to be checked for shorts to ground, opens, high resistance, and shorts to voltage by following the below listed steps.

1. Reference the mode switch supply voltage with a scan tool.

The scan tool should indicate 4.8-5.2 volts. If the scan tool indicates the voltage is within this specification then with a jumper wire short the switch signal circuit pin 12 on the switch to the 5-volt reference circuit pin 11 on the switch. If the mode switch return voltage on the scan tool measures 4.8-5.2 volts then replace the switch.

2. If the mode switch return does not read 4.8-5.2 volts check the switch signal circuit and the 5-volt reference circuits for a short to ground, short to voltage, open, or high resistance.

If no shorts or high resistance are found on the switch signal or 5-volt reference circuits then replace the transfer case shift control module, reprogram, and complete the motor learn procedure.

Repair Instructions

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

* Transfer Case Shift Control Switch Replacement (Without SLT) (Transfer Case Shift Control Switch Replacement (Without SLT))Transfer Case Shift Control Switch Replacement (With SLT) (Transfer Case Shift Control Switch Replacement (With SLT))
* Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for TCSCM replacement, setup, and programming
* Transfer Case High/Low Clutch Reset (Transfer Case High/Low Clutch Reset)