Circuit/System Testing

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connectors at the following components:
    • Automatic transmission control indicator
    • Console flood lamp
    • Door lock switch - driver
    • Door lock switch - front passenger
    • Fog lamp switch
    • Hazard Switch
    • HVAC control module
    • Left rear access panel release switch - driver
    • Outside rearview mirror switch
    • Radio
    • Right rear access panel release switch - driver
    • Right rear access panel release switch - passenger
    • SWC BKLT fuse
    • Traction control switch
    • Turbo boost gage - with LNF
    • Window switch - driver
    • Window switch - front passenger
    • Windshield wiper/washer switch - rear
  2. Ignition ON, with a scan tool clear the DTC and operate the vehicle within the conditions for running the DTC and verify the DTC does not reset.
    • If DTC B2625 02 sets as current, test the indicator dimming control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
  3. Reconnect each component one at a time and verify that the DTC does not reset as current after each component is reconnected.
    • If the DTC sets as current, test or replace the component responsible for setting the DTC.
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