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HOMESERVICE MANUALSISUZU2006ASCENDER S, 5.3 M, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 17 (ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESSTEERING WHEEL CONTROLS INOPERATIVE
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WD
Steering Wheel Controls Inoperative
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Steering Wheel Controls Inoperative
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Steering Wheel Controls Inoperative
| Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schematic Reference: Radio/Audio System Schematics | ||||
| 1 | Did you perform the Radio/Audio System Diagnostic System Check? | - | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Entertainment System |
| 2 |
|
- | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Do one or more of the steering wheel control switches operate properly? | - | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 4 |
| 4 |
CAUTION:
Refer to SIR Caution
in Cautions and Notices.
|
13.6 KΩ | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 9 |
| 5 | Test the 12-volt reference circuit for a short to ground or an open. Refer toCircuit Testing
and Wiring Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Test the remote radio control signal circuit for a high resistance or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing
and Wiring Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 7 |
| 7 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the body control module (BCM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
and Connector Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 10 |
| 8 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the steering wheel controls. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
and Connector Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
- | Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 9 |
| 9 | Replace the steering wheel control switch. Refer to Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement
in Steering Wheel and Column. Did you complete the replacement? |
- | Go to Step 11 | - |
| 10 | Replace the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement
in Body Control System. Did you complete the replacement? |
- | Go to Step 11 | - |
| 11 | Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition? |
- | System OK | Go to Step 2 |
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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.