Circuit/System Testing

2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard TransSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S30 headlamp switch.
  2. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the 12 V reference circuit terminal 1 and ground.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the 12 V reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal and the circuit fuse is open, test the signal circuit terminal 12 for a short to ground.
  3. Verify the scan tool Front Fog Lamps Switch parameter is Inactive.
    • If not the specified value, test the signal circuit terminal 12 for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
  4. Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 12 and the 12 V reference circuit terminal 1. Verify the scan tool Front Fog Lamps Switch parameter is Active.
    • If not the specified value, test the signal circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
  5. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the S30 headlamp switch.
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