Circuit/System Verification

2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD WT, 2D Pickup, 6.0L Eng VIN G, RWD, GasSECTION Circuit/System Verification
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  1. Ignition ON.
  2. Verify the scan tool Park Assist Switch parameter changes between Active and Inactive while pressing and releasing the parking assist switch.
    • If the parameter does not change between Active and Inactive 

      Refer to Circuit/System Testing - Parking Assist Switch Circuit Malfunction.

    • If the parameter changes between Active and Inactive 
  3. Engine running, parking brake applied, transmission in R.
  4. Verify the reverse lamps are illuminated.
    • If the reverse lamps are illuminated 
  5. Verify the scan tool Parking Assist System Status parameter is Enabled.
    • If the parameter is not Enabled 

      Refer to Diagnostic Aids to determine the cause of the inhibit.

    • If the parameter is Enabled 
  6. Verify the parking assist switch indicator turns ON and OFF when turning the parking assist system on and off with the park assist switch.
    • If the indicator does not turn ON and OFF 

      Refer to Circuit/System Testing - Parking Assist Switch Indicator Circuit Malfunction.

    • If the indicator turns ON and OFF 
  7. All OK.
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