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Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the X83 Auxiliary Audio Input.
  2. Test for less than 10 Ω between the ground circuit terminal 3 and ground.
    • If 10 Ω or greater 
    1. Ignition OFF.
    2. Test for less than 2 Ω in the ground circuit end to end.
      • If 2 Ω or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
      • If less than 2 Ω, repair the open/high resistance in the ground connection.
    • Go to next step: If less than 10 Ω 
  3. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 1 and ground.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate 
    1. Ignition OFF, remove the test lamp.
    2. Test for less than 2 Ω in the B+ circuit end to end.
      • If 2 Ω or greater, repair the open/high resistance in the circuit.
    • Go to next step: If the test lamp illuminates 
  4. Verify the USB cable is properly connected at all components and any in-line connections, and there is no damage to the cable or connections.
    • If connection problems or cable damage is noted. 

      Perform the appropriate repair or replacement to correct any issues.

    • Go to next step: If no connection problems or cable damage is noted. 
  5. Replace the X83 Auxiliary Audio Input. Connect all harness connectors.
  6. Ignition ON, infotainment system ON.
  7. Connect a compatible USB device to the USB port and attempt to play audio.
  8. Verify audio is heard through the infotainment system while operating the USB device.
    • If audio is not heard 
    1. Replace the USB cable assembly.
    2. Connect a compatible USB device to the USB port and attempt to play audio.
    3. Verify audio is heard through the infotainment system while operating the USB device.
      • If audio is not heard, replace the A11 Radio.
      • Go to next step: If audio is heard.
    4. All OK.
    • Go to next step: If audio is heard 
  9. All OK.