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Circuit/System Testing

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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X2 harness connector at the CIM.
  2. Ignition ON, test for less than 5 mV AC between the signal circuit terminal 1 and ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the radio.
  3. Install a DMM between the signal circuit terminal 1 and ground. Set the DMM to capture AC voltage using the MIN MAX function.
  4. Press the voice recognition button. Verify the DMM captured greater than 20 mV AC.
    • If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the radio.
  5. Install a DMM between the signal circuit terminal 1 and the low reference circuit terminal 2. Set the DMM to capture AC voltage using the MIN MAX function.
  6. Press the voice recognition button. Verify the DMM captured greater than 20 mV AC.
    • If less than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the radio.
  7. If all circuits test normal, replace the CIM.