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 harness connectors at the appropriate control modules listed below.
    • ECM X1 - with LH2/LC3
    • ECM X2 - with LLT
    • TCM
  2. Connect a test lamp between the appropriate signal circuit terminal listed below and ground.
    • ECM terminal 7 - with LH2/LC3
    • ECM terminal 52 - with LLT
    • TCM terminal 8
  3. Ignition ON, verify the test lamp turns ON and OFF when pressing and releasing the brake pedal.
    • If the test lamp is always ON, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the stop lamp relay.
    • If the test lamp is always OFF, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the stop lamp relay.
  4. Ignition OFF, connect the harness connector at the TCM.
  5. Connect a test lamp between the appropriate signal circuit terminal listed below and ground.
    • ECM terminal 7 - with LH2/LC3
    • ECM terminal 52 - with LLT
  6. Ignition ON, verify the test lamp turns ON and OFF when pressing and releasing the brake pedal.
    • If the test lamp is always ON, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the TCM.
    • If the test lamp is always OFF, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the TCM.
  7. If all circuits test normal, replace the ECM.
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