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Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2 -   Listen for an audible click when the RAP operates. Command both the ON and OFF states. Repeat the commands as necessary.
  2. 3 -   Verifies that the BCM is providing voltage to the RAP relay.
  3. 4 -   Tests for an open in the ground circuit to the RAP relay.
  4. 5 -   Tests if voltage is constantly being applied to the RAP relay.
Fig 1: DTC B1478 Diagnosis (Steps 1-3)
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Fig 2: DTC B1478 Diagnosis (Steps 4-12)
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