Circuit/System Testing

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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    IMPORTANT: When removing connectors inspect for damage or corrosion. Damage or corrosion in the following requires repair or replacement of the affected component/connector.
    • SDM module
    • SDM wiring harness connector
  1. Ignition OFF, remove the AIR BAG fuse from the BCM fuse center. Ignition ON, engine OFF, test for 9-16 volts between the voltage supply side of the fuse and ground.
  2. Disconnect the SDM harness connector.
  3. Disconnect the BCM harness connector X3.
  4. Ignition OFF, test for less than 1 ohm between the BCM ignition 1 voltage circuit terminal D7 X3 and the SDM terminal 33.
    • If greater then the specified range, test the circuit for an open/high resistance.
  5. Test for infinite resistance between the SDM ignition 1 voltage circuit terminal 33 and ground.
    • If less than the specified range, test the circuit for short to ground.
  6. Ignition ON, test for less than 1 volt between the SDM ignition 1 voltage circuit terminal 33 and ground.
    • If greater then the specified value, test the circuit for a short to voltage.
  7. If all circuits test normal then replace the SDM.
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