Test 24, Check VRS Circuit For Short To VBAT

1991 Ford Club Wagon E350, 7.3 MSECTION Test 24, Check VRS Circuit For Short To VBAT

With key off and ECA disconnected, disconnect EDIS module from EDIS module tee, leaving diagnostic cable connected to vehicle harness connector. Set DVOM to 20-volt scale. Turn key on, but leave engine off. Measure voltage between breakout box pins No. J48 (VRS E) and J7 (BAT -).

If voltage is greater than 0.5 volt, repair short circuit. Remove all test equipment, and reconnect all components. Clear Continuous Memory, and check for fault codes. If voltage is less than 0.5 volt, replace EDIS module. Remove all test equipment, and reconnect all components. Clear Continuous Memory, and check for fault codes.

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