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Circuit/System Testing

Test 1

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S48C Multifunction Switch 1 - Instrument Panel, ignition ON.
  2. Verify the scan tool Stop/Start Select Switch parameter is Inactive.
    • If not Inactive 
    1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X3 harness connector at the K9 Body Control Module.
    2. Test for infinite resistance between the S48C Multifunction Switch signal circuit terminal 4 and ground.
      • If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
      • If infinite resistance, replace the K9 Body Control Module.
    • Go to next step: If Inactive 
  3. Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between theS48C Multifunction Switch signal circuit terminal 4 and ground.
  4. Verify the scan tool Stop/Start Select Switch parameter is Active.
    • If not Active 
    1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X3 harness connector at the K9 Body Control Module, ignition ON.
    2. Test for less than 1 V between the signal circuit and ground.
      • If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit.
      • Go to next step: If less than 1 V
    3. Ignition OFF.
    4. Test for less than 2 Ω in the signal circuit end to end.
      • If 2 Ω or greater, repair the open/high resistance on the circuit.
      • If less than 2 Ω, replace the K9 Body Control Module.
    • Go to next step: If Active 
  5. Test or replace the S48C Multifunction Switch 1 - Instrument Panel.

Test 2

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S48C Multifunction Switch 1 - Instrument Panel, ignition ON.
  2. Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 1 and indicator control circuit 3.
  3. Verify the test lamp turns ON and OFF when commanding the Autostop switch indicator ON and OFF by applying and unapplying ground to the signal circuit terminal 4.
    • If the test lamp is always ON 
    1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K9 Body Control Module.
    2. Test for infinite resistance between the control circuit and ground.
      • If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
      • If infinite resistance, replace the K9 Body Control Module.
    • If the test lamp is always OFF 
    1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K9 Body Control Module, ignition ON.
    2. Test for less than 1 V between the control circuit and ground.
      • If 1 V or greater, repair the short to voltage on the circuit.
      • Go to next step: If less than 1 V
    3. Test for less than 2 Ω in the control circuit end to end.
      • If 2 Ω or greater, repair the open/high resistance on the circuit.
      • If less than 2 Ω, replace the K9 Body Control Module.
    • Go to next step: If the test lamp turns ON and OFF 
  4. Test or replace the S48C Multifunction Switch 1 - Instrument Panel.
WARNING:

Ultracapacitors should not be opened, disassembled, crushed, burned, charged over 5V, or exposed to high temperatures greater than 81.6°C (179°F). Ultracapacitors contain acetonitrile. If ultracapacitor leaks or ruptures it will emit flammable liquid and vapor with an aromatic ether-like odor. Harmful if inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Causes respiratory tract, eye, and skin irritation. May be harmful if swallowed. Can cause target organ damage. Arcing may also occur when charged and shorted, resulting in molten metal splattering and arc-flash hazards. To reduce the risk of personal injury and/or vehicle damage:

  • Do not breath vapor or mist, assure adequate ventilation of area.
  • Do not ingest.
  • Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. In case of exposure to ultracapacitor contents, wash affected area for at least 15 minutes with generous amounts of water and seek medical attention.
  • Keep away from heat sparks and flame.
  • Remove jewelry before handling.
  • Follow diagnostic and repair procedures to discharge the ultracapacitor and disconnect the negative battery terminal when requested.

Test 3

    WARNING:

    Ultracapacitors should not be opened, disassembled, crushed, burned, charged over 5V, or exposed to high temperatures greater than 81.6°C (179°F). Ultracapacitors contain acetonitrile. If ultracapacitor leaks or ruptures it will emit flammable liquid and vapor with an aromatic ether-like odor. Harmful if inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Causes respiratory tract, eye, and skin irritation. May be harmful if swallowed. Can cause target organ damage. Arcing may also occur when charged and shorted, resulting in molten metal splattering and arc-flash hazards. To reduce the risk of personal injury and/or vehicle damage:

    • Do not breath vapor or mist, assure adequate ventilation of area.
    • Do not ingest.
    • Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
    • Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. In case of exposure to ultracapacitor contents, wash affected area for at least 15 minutes with generous amounts of water and seek medical attention.
    • Keep away from heat sparks and flame.
    • Remove jewelry before handling.
    • Follow diagnostic and repair procedures to discharge the ultracapacitor and disconnect the negative battery terminal when requested.
  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the C1 Battery (disconnect negative cable of the battery).
  2. Disconnect the X5 harness connector at the K176 Stop/Start Capacitor Control Module.
  3. Test for less than 10 Ω between the ground circuit terminal A 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 
  4. Reconnect the X5 harness connector at the K176 Stop/Start Capacitor Control Module.
  5. Reconnect the C1 Battery.
  6. Disconnect the X2 harness connector at the K176 Stop/Start Capacitor Control Module
  7. Verify a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 1 and ground.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is good 
    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.
      • If less than 2 Ω, verify the fuse is not open and there is voltage at the fuse.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is open 
    1. Ignition OFF, remove the test lamp.
    2. Test for infinite resistance between the B+ circuit and ground.
      • If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
      • If infinite resistance, replace the K176 Stop/Start Capacitor Control Module.
    • Go to next step: If the test lamp illuminates 
  8. Verify a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 7 X1 and ground.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is good 
    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.
      • If less than 2 Ω, verify the fuse is not open and there is voltage at the fuse.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is open 
    1. Ignition OFF, remove the test lamp.
    2. Test for infinite resistance between the B+ circuit and ground.
      • If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
      • If infinite resistance, replace the K176 Stop/Start Capacitor Control Module.
    • Go to next step: If the test lamp illuminates 
  9. Verify a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 6 X1 and ground.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is good 
    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.
      • If less than 2 Ω, verify the fuse is not open and there is voltage at the fuse.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate and the circuit fuse is open 
    1. Ignition OFF, remove the test lamp.
    2. Test for infinite resistance between the B+ circuit and ground.
      • If less than infinite resistance, repair the short to ground on the circuit.
      • If infinite resistance, replace the K176 Stop/Start Capacitor Control Module.
    • Go to next step: If the test lamp illuminates 
  10. Replace the K176 Stop/Start Capacitor Control Module.