Circuit/System Testing

2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 SSV, 4WD, Part Time T/Case Control, Gas/EthanolSECTION Circuit/System Testing
    NOTE:

    Some circuits supply audio signals to more than one speaker. It may be necessary to disconnect all speakers on the affected audio circuit when performing circuit tests.

  1. Ignition OFF/vehicle OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate P19 Speaker. Ignition ON, A11 Radio ON, mute OFF.
  2. Test for 5-7 V between each audio signal circuit terminal 1 and terminal 2 and ground.
    • If less than 5 VΒ 
    1. Ignition OFF/vehicle OFF, disconnect the appropriate speaker harness connector at the A11 Radio.
    2. Test for infinite resistance between the signal circuits and ground.
      • If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
      • If infinite resistance
    3. Test for less than 2 Ξ© in the signal circuit end to end.
      • If 2 Ξ© or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
      • If less than 2 Ξ©, replace the A11 Radio.
    • If greater than 7 VΒ 
    1. Ignition OFF/vehicle OFF, disconnect the appropriate speaker harness connector at the A11 Radio. Ignition ON/vehicle in Service Mode.
    2. Test for less than 1 V between the signal circuit and ground.
      • If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit.
      • If less than 1 V, replace the A11 Radio.
    • If between 5-7 VΒ 
  3. Test or replace the P19 Speaker.
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