Pinpoint Test A: No Communication With The Audio Control Module: Testing

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Testing
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  1. A1 CHECK CIRCUIT 1111 (VT) FOR VOLTAGE 
    • Disconnect: Audio Control Module C240a.
    • Key in ON position.
    • Measure the voltage between the audio control module C240a-1, circuit 1111 (VT), harness side and ground.
      Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between Audio Control Module C240A-1 Circuit 1111 (VT)
      G03992694Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the voltage greater than 10 volts? 
    • Yes  : GO to A2.
    • No  : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
  2. A2 CHECK CIRCUIT 1204 (BK/OG) FOR AN OPEN 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Measure the resistance between the audio control module C240a-13, circuit 1204 (BK/OG), harness side and ground.
      Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Connector And Ground
      G03916082Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the resistance less than 5 ohms? 
    • Yes  : REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK to continue network communication diagnosis.
    • No  : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
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