Circuit/System Testing

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the turn signal multifunction switch.
  2. Ignition OFF, verify that a test lamp illuminates between B+ and the ground circuit terminal 10.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  3. Ignition ON, verify the scan tool rear fog lamp switch parameter is INACTIVE.
    • If not the specified value, test the signal circuit terminal 8 for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
  4. Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 8 and the ground circuit terminal 10. Verify the scan tool rear fog lamp switch parameter is ACTIVE.
    • If not the specified value, test the signal circuit terminal 8 for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
  5. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the turn signal/multifunction switch.
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