Test 47A - Diagnosing Courtesy Lamp Systems

1984 Plymouth Horizon Base, 1.6 ASECTION Test 47A - Diagnosing Courtesy Lamp Systems
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1994 Chrysler LeBaron. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: For connector terminal identification, see CONNECTOR  IDENTIFICATION. For wiring diagram, see WIRING DIAGRAMS  . Perform TEST VER-1 after each repair.

Courtesy lamp system diagnostics are separated into 6 categories. Verify customer complaint and identify problem area before performing appropriate test. See DIAGNOSING COURTESY LAMP SYSTEMS table.

DIAGNOSING COURTESY LAMP SYSTEMS

Description Perform Test
Courtesy Lamps Inoperative
With Either Door Open 47B 
One Or More (But Not All) Courtesy
Lamps Inoperative 49A 
All Courtesy Lamps Inoperative
With Dome Lamp Switch 50A 
Courtesy Lamps On At All Times 51A 
All Courtesy Lamps Inoperative
With Left Door 65A 
All Courtesy Lamps Inoperative
With Right Door 66A 
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.