Circuit/System Testing

2009 Saturn Astra XR, 2D Hatchback, AutomaticSECTION Circuit/System Testing
  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the VVCIM.
  2. Test for greater than 15.5 volts between the BUB B+ circuit terminal 14 and the BUB ground circuit terminal 13.
    • If not within than specified range, test the BUB B+ circuit and BUB ground circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuits test normal, replace the BUB.
  3. If all circuits test normal, replace the VVCIM.
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