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Active Damping Control Module (ADCM)






C2129-17-BATTERY VOLTAGE - CIRCUIT VOLTAGE ABOVE THRESHOLD

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to the Wiring Information.

- When Monitored:
Ignition on. Battery voltage between 9 and 16 volts.

- Set Condition:
The Active Damping Control Module (ADCM) detects the battery voltage has increased above 16 Volts for more than 15 seconds.





1. CHARGING SYSTEM DTCS PRESENT
1. Ignition on, engine not running.
2. With the scan tool, read DTCs in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).

Are there any Charging System or related voltage DTCs present?

Yes

- Testing and Inspection Perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure.

No

- Go To 2

2. VERIFY THE DTC IS ACTIVE
1. With the scan tool, read DTCs in the ADCM.

Is the status Active for this DTC?

Yes

- Replace the Active Damping Control Module (ADCM). Active Damping Control Module - Removal.
- Perform the ADCM VERIFICATION TEST. Active Damping Control Module (ADCM) Verification Test.

No

- Go To 3

3. INTERMITTENT WIRING AND CONNECTORS
1. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring harness and connectors.
2. Wiggle test the wiring harness and connectors while monitoring the scan tool data relative to this circuit.
3. Look for the data to change or for the DTC to reset during the wiggle test.
4. While monitoring the scan tool data relative to this circuit, move the selector switch to each position several times.
5. Look for the data to change other than as expected or for the DTC to reset.

Were any problems found?

Yes

- Repair as necessary.
- Perform the ADCM VERIFICATION TEST. Active Damping Control Module (ADCM) Verification Test.

No

- Test complete, the condition or conditions that originally set this DTC are not present at this time.