Circuit/System Testing
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- Ignition OFF, disconnect the PARK LAMP Relay.
- Connect a test lamp between the relay control circuit terminal 86 and the B+ circuit terminal 85.
- Command the parking lamps ON and OFF with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
- If the test lamp is always ON, test the relay control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
- If the test lamp is always OFF, test the relay control 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 PARK LAMP Relay.