Ground Circuit Inspection

2011 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS, 3.5 G, AWDSECTION Ground Circuit Inspection
  • Check open in harnessΒ 
    1. IG "OFF" and disconnect VCMA connector.
    2. IG "ON".
    3. Measure voltage between VCMA power terminal of VCMA harness connector and chassis ground. (Measurement "A")
    4. Measure voltage between VCMA power and VCMA ground terminals of VCMA harness connector. (Measurement "B")

      Specification :Β  Voltage difference between measurement "A" and "B" is below 200mV.

      Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between VCMA Power Terminal Of VCMA Connector And Chassis Ground (A)
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