Component Testing

2019 Chevrolet Cruze LS, 4D HatchbackSECTION Component Testing

M40 Rear Compartment Lid Latch - Test

  1. Ignition/Vehicle - Off
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector: M40 Rear Compartment Lid Latch
  3. Connect a jumper wire between the test points: Ground terminal 1 & Ground
  4. Momentarily connect a 10 A fused jumper wire between the test points: Control terminal 3 & 12 V

    Verify the component turns On and Off when connecting and disconnecting the jumper wire: M40 Rear Compartment Lid Latch

    • If the component does not turn On and Off 

      Replace the component: M40 Rear Compartment Lid Latch

    • Go to next step: If the component turns On and Off 
  5. All OK.

S58A Rear Compartment Lid Unlatch Switch - Exterior - Test

  1. Ignition/Vehicle - Off
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector: S58A Rear Compartment Lid Unlatch Switch - Exterior
  3. Test for infinite resistance between the test points: Signal terminal 1 & Ground terminal 3 - Switch - Not Pressed
    • If less than infinite resistance 

      Replace the component: S58A Rear Compartment Lid Unlatch Switch - Exterior

    • Go to next step: If infinite resistance 
  4. Test for less than 3 ohms between the test points: Signal terminal 1 & Ground terminal 3 - Switch - Pressed
    • If 3 ohms or greater 

      Replace the component: S58A Rear Compartment Lid Unlatch Switch - Exterior

    • Go to next step: If less than 3 ohms 
  5. All OK.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.