Circuit/System Testing

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect PIM connector X1.
  2. Ignition ON, test the voltage on the ignition 1 circuit, between connector X1 terminal 20 and ground. The voltage should be within 0.5V of actual battery voltage.
    • If not within the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PIM.
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