Circuit/System Testing

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. With the ignition OFF, disconnect the inside rearview mirror connector located at the back of the mirror. Inspect the mirror connector for damage or corrosion that may cause a malfunction.
    • If a condition exists, make the appropriate repair.
  2. Ignition ON, test the ignition 1 voltage circuit for 9-16 volts. If ignition 1 voltage is not present, test for an open/high resistance or a short to ground.
    • If a condition exists, make the appropriate repair.
  3. With the ignition OFF, connect a test lamp between the ignition 1 voltage circuit and the passenger air bag OFF indicator control circuit at the inside rearview mirror connector terminals. Ignition ON, test lamp should illuminate.
    • If the test lamp illuminates, replace the inside rearview mirror. Refer to Repair InstructionsΒ .
  4. Test the passenger air bag OFF indicator control circuits for a short to ground, open/high resistance.
    • If a condition exists, make the appropriate repair.
  5. Replace the PPS. Refer to Repair InstructionsΒ .
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