Circuit/System Testing

2006 Buick Terraza CXL, 3.5 L, AWDSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate tail lamp assembly.
  2. Test for less than 5.0 ohm of resistance between the ground circuit terminal B and ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  3. Connect a test lamp between the supply voltage circuit terminal A for Coupe or terminal D for Sedan and the ground circuit terminal B.
  4. Ignition ON, cycle the PRNDL between the PARK and REVERSE positions. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between park and reverse.
    • If the test lamp is always ON, test the supply voltage circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the body control module.
    • If the test lamp is always OFF, test the supply voltage circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the body control module.
  5. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the appropriate backup lamp bulb.
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