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.

    • Passenger presence module
    • Passenger presence module wiring harness connector
  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the passenger presence module.
  2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 1.0 ohm between the ground circuit terminal 5 and ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance.
  3. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the ignition voltage circuit terminal 9 and ground.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ignition voltage circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  4. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the passenger presence module.
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