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.
    • If not within the specific range, refer to DTC B1370 .
  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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