Amplifier Circuit Malfunction

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Amplifier Circuit Malfunction
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the audio amplifier.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 10 ohms between the ground circuit terminal 8 and ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  3. Ignition ON, test for B+ between the B+ circuit terminal 4 and ground.
    • If less then specified value, test the circuit for a short to ground, or an open/high resistance.
  4. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X3 harness connector at the audio amplifier.
  5. For vehicles without RPO code Y91 only: Radio ON, test for B+ between the signal circuit terminal 8 and ground.
    • If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the radio.
  6. If all circuits test normal, replace the audio amplifier.
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