A customer brought his 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee into the shop because the engine stalled whenever the daytime running lights (DRLs) were on. He also mentioned that if he pulls the handbrake (which disables DRLs), the engine stays running.
Case details
The technician connected a scan tool and pulled the following diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs):
U0100 - Lost communication with ECM/PCM
U0102 - Lost communication with transfer control module / AWS
B2335 - Horn control - Circuit short to battery or open
Given the diverse types of DTCs, the technician decided to call ALLDATA for help. The ALLDATA Tech-Assist consultant advised that when faced with a list of unrelated DTCs, check for common ground issues. In this case, he recommended checking ground G909A at the right rear of the engine compartment. All DTC components shared that ground point.
The technician inspected ground G909A as suggested and found the ground connection was indeed loose and corroded.
Confirmed repair
The technician cleaned the terminals and tightened the ground point. He cleared the DTCs, and test-drove the vehicle. The engine no longer stalled with the DRLs on.
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