Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Driver's Power Tailgate Switch Test: Test
How to use this service information .
NOTICE:Â
When working with a vehicle equipped with the electronic air suspension, be sure to set it to the leveling off mode to prevent unexpected operation. Refer to the Electronic Air Suspension System Service Precautions - Refer to: Electronic Air Suspension System Connector Fitting Precautions or Electronic Air Suspension System Service Precautions for the procedure.
- Driver's Power Tailgate Switch - Test
PreconditionsÂ
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Procedure/SpecificationsÂ
- Check the switch according to the table. (Figure 1 and 2)
NOTICE:Â
- When an LED is located between terminals, check if the LED lights by connecting power and ground to the LED.
- Note this important operating characteristic; diode bias causes a diode to fully conduct electricity in one direction (forward), while not at all in the opposite direction (reverse).
ResultÂ
- If the result is not as specified, replace the driver's power tailgate switch .
- Check the switch according to the table. (Figure 1 and 2)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.