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Pinpoint Test L: The Smart Unlock Does Not Operate Correctly




Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems

Pinpoint Tests

Pinpoint Test L: The Smart Unlock Does Not Operate Correctly

Normal Operation

The Generic Electronic Module (GEM) automatically unlocks all the doors after the doors are locked with a door lock lever or a key in the door lock cylinder and one of the front or cargo doors is ajar.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Door ajar switch input
- GEM


PINPOINT TEST L: THE SMART UNLOCK DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY

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L1 CHECK THE DOOR LOCK OPERATION


- Check the operation of the door locks from the driver door lock lever.
- Do all the doors lock and unlock?

Yes
GO to L2.

No
GO to Symptom Chart - Electrical. Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures

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L2 CHECK THE COURTESY LAMP OPERATION


- Open and close both front and rear cargo doors while checking the courtesy lamp operation.
- Do the courtesy lamps operate correctly?

Yes
GO to L3.

No
REFER to Interior Lighting Testing and Inspection.

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L3 CHECK FOR CORRECT GEM OPERATION


- Disconnect all the GEM connectors.
- Check for:
- corrosion
- damaged pins
- pushed-out pins
- Connect all the GEM connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?

Yes
INSTALL a new GEM. REFER to Multifunction Electronic Modules Service and Repair. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.

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