Amplifier Circuit Malfunction

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Amplifier Circuit Malfunction
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X2 harness connector at the audio amplifier.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 10 Ξ© between the ground circuit terminal 2 and ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  3. Ignition ON, test for B+ on the B+ circuit terminal 1 and ground.
    • If less than the specified value, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  4. Radio ON, test for 0.6-1.0V between the amplifier control circuit terminal 11 and ground.
    • If less than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the radio.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the radio.
  5. If all circuits test normal, replace the audio amplifier.
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