Circuit/System Testing

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the Stop Lamp/TCC Switch.
  2. Ignition ON, test for greater than 10 volts between the ignition 1 voltage circuit terminal A and ground.
    • If less than the specified voltage, test the voltage circuit for an open/high resistance, or a short to ground.
  3. Ignition OFF, connect the harness connector at the Stop Lamp/TCC Switch. Disconnect the harness connector C1 at the ECM.
  4. Test for 10 volts between the TCC Brake Switch/Cruise Control Release Signal circuit and ground.
    • If less than the specified voltage, test the signal circuit for an open/high resistance, or a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the Stop Lamp/TCC Switch.
    • If at or greater than the specified voltage, replace the ECM.
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