Circuit/System Testing

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the harness connector at the lumbar adjuster switch.
  2. Test for less than 1 ohm of resistance between the ground circuit terminal C and ground.
    • If greater than 1 ohm, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  3. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal D and ground.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  4. Connect the harness connector at the lumbar adjuster switch.
  5. Disconnect the harness connector at the lumbar motor assembly.
  6. Connect a test lamp between control circuit terminal 1 and control circuit terminal 2.
  7. Press the lumbar switch in the Forward and Rearward directions. The test lamp should turn ON, when the switch is pressed in the Forward and Rearward directions.
    • If the test lamp remains OFF for either direction, test the control circuits for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuits test normal replace the lumbar adjuster switch.
  8. If the circuits test normal replace the lumbar motor assembly.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

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.