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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN K2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2052 (POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM AND RELEASE SYSTEMS)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC B2494 (MANUAL LIFTGATE)CIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 U
Circuit/System Testing
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 6.0 USECTION Circuit/System Testing
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- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S45A liftgate handle switch--exterior.
- Test for less than 1 Ξ© between the ground circuit terminal B and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Ignition ON, verify the scan tool Liftgate Handle Sw. parameter is Inactive.
- If not the specified value, test the signal circuit terminal A for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
- Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal A and the ground circuit terminal B. Verify the scan tool Liftgate Handle Sw. parameter is Active.
- If not the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the S45A liftgate handle switch--exterior.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.