Test Step 5 - Liftgate Full Open Switch Sense Circuit Short to Ground

Fig 1: Liftgate Full Open Switch Sense Circuit Short to Ground

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• Connect the power liftgate module C2 harness connector.
• Turn the ignition ON.
• Measure the voltage between liftgate full open switch sense circuit and the sensor ground in the power driver unit connector.
• While measuring the voltage, wiggle the power liftgate module to check for an intermittent short.

Is the voltage constantly above 4.6 volts?

Yes

• Replace the power liftgate drive unit. Refer to POWER LIFTGATE DRIVE UNIT .
• Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .

No

• Go to Test Step 6 Test Step 6 - Liftgate Full Open Switch Sense Circuit Short to Ground