Component Testing

2013 Buick Regal Turbo Premium, Standard TransSECTION Component Testing
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Switch Test

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S78 turn signal/multifunction switch.
  2. Test for Infinite resistance between the terminals listed below with the switch in the open position.
    • Signal terminal 2 and ground terminal 3
    • Signal terminal 4 and ground terminal 3
    • If not the specified value, replace the S78 turn signal/multifunction switch.
  3. Test for less than 2 Ξ© between the signal terminal 2 and the ground terminal 3 with the switch in the high beam position.
    • If greater than the specified value, replace the S78 turn signal/multifunction switch.
  4. Test for less than 2 Ξ© between the signal terminal 4 and the ground terminal 3 while holding the switch in the flash to pass position.
    • If greater than the specified value, replace the S78 turn signal/multifunction switch.
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