Circuit/System Testing

2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 5.3 0, 4WDSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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    NOTE: You must perform the Circuit/System Testing first.
  1. Ignition OFF, and all vehicle systems OFF. It may take up to 2 minutes for all vehicle systems to power down. Disconnect the harness connector at the TCM.
  2. Test for less than 3 ohms between ground circuit terminal 9 and battery ground and between ground circuit terminal 69 and battery ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, repair the affected ground circuit.
  3. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the battery B+ circuits terminal 10 and ground and terminal 70 and ground.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate, repair the affected B+ circuit.
    • If circuits test normal, replace the TCM.
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