Circuit/System Testing
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- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the ambient light sensor.
- Ignition OFF, test for less than 1 ohm of resistance between the ground circuit terminal C and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Ignition ON, verify the scan tool ambient light sensor parameter is greater than 4.5 volts.
- If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
- Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal D and the low reference circuit terminal C. Verify the scan tool light sensor parameter is less than 1.0 volt.
- If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the ambient light sensor.