Circuit/System Testing (AFS)

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Circuit/System Testing (AFS)
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connectors at the AFS module.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 3.0 ohms between the ground circuit terminals listed below and ground.
    • Terminal 1 X2
    • Terminal 3 X3
    • If greater than the specified value, test the affected ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  3. Ignition ON, verify a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuits listed below and ground.
    • Terminal 2 X2
    • Terminal 1 X3
    • If the test lamp did not illuminate, test the affected B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  4. If all circuits test normal, replace the AFS module.
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