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Description & Operation

The switch monitor test uses PIDs to check the operation of certain switches (and related circuits) that do not set codes.

  1. 1)  Turn ignition on. Connect scan tester. See EQUIPMENT HOOKUP . Using scan tester, enter PID/DATA MONITOR AND RECORD function.
  2. 2)  Select PIDs for switches in question. See SWITCH TESTING table. Operate switch as described in table. If switch does not operate as described, proceed to circuit test suggested in table.
    SWITCH TESTING

    Switch (PID) Test Condition PID Value Circuit Test
    A/C Selector Switch (ACS) A/C Selector Switch In A/C Position ON KM
    " A/C Selector Switch In Other Than A/C Position OFF KM
    Blower Motor Switch (BLR SW) Blower Switch In Positions 3 or 4 ON KM
    " Blower Switch In Positions 1 or 2 OFF KM
    Brake On/Off Switch (STP SW) Brake Pedal Depressed ON FD
    " Brake Pedal Release OFF FD
    Daytime Running Lights (DRL SW) Parking Brake Released, Key On ON (1)
    " Parking Brake Set, Key On OFF (1)
    Headlight Switch (HDL SW) Headlights On ON DI
    " Headlights Off OFF DI
    High Fan Control (FANHP) DLC TEN Pin Grounded & Gas Pedal Pressed ON KF
    " DLC Not Grounded OFF KF
    Idle Switch (IDL SW) Gas Pedal Depressed OFF DH
    " Gas Pedal Released ON DH
    Overdrive Off Switch (O/D SW) O/D Off Switch Depressed ON ON
    Rear Window Defrost (DEF SW) Rear Defroster Switch On ON DI
    " Rear Defroster Switch On OFF DI
    (1) Information not available.