Circuit/System Testing

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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Door Locks Inoperative - One

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the inoperative door lock actuator harness connector.
  2. Connect a test lamp between the inoperative door lock actuator lock and unlock control circuits at the inoperative door lock actuator harness connector.
  3. Ignition ON, install a scan tool and perform the door lock and unlock test located in the BCM special functions menu. The test lamp should illuminate as the lock and unlock test is performed.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate, repair the door lock actuator lock and unlock control circuits for an open/high resistance. If the circuits test normal, replace the BCM.
  4. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the door lock actuator.

Door Locks Inoperative - All

  1. Ignition ON, install a scan tool and perform the door lock and unlock test located in the BCM special functions menu. Both doors should lock and unlock as the test is performed.
    • If both doors do not lock and unlock, replace the BCM.
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