Circuit/System Testing

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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  1. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit fuses in the BCM listed below and ground.
    • The Ign Sensor fuse
    • The Interior Lights fuse
    • The Door Lock fuse
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  2. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connectors at the BCM.
  3. Ignition OFF and scan tool disconnected, open and close the driver door, and wait 45 seconds. Test for less than 5 Ξ© between the ground circuit terminals listed below and ground.
    • Terminal 9 X1
    • Terminal 12 X1
    • Terminal 13 X2
    • Terminal E12 X4
    • If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  4. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminals listed below and ground.
    • Terminal 11 X1
    • Terminal D12 X3
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  5. If all circuits test normal, replace the BCM.
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