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Automatic Lighting/Rain Sensor Input Test (2017 2018 2019)

NOTE: 

1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

2. Disconnect the automatic lighting/rain sensor 5P connector.

AUTOMATIC LIGHTING/RAIN SENSOR 5P CONNECTOR (female terminals) 

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3. Inspect the connector and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact:

4. Reconnect the connector, and do the following input tests:

Cavity Wire Test condition Test: Desired result Possible cause if desired result is not obtained
5 WHT Under all conditions Measure the voltage to ground:
There should be battery voltage.
An open or high resistance in the wire
2 BLK In all power modes Measure the voltage to ground:
There should be less than 0.2 V.
  • Poor ground (G501)
  • An open or high resistance in the ground wire
1 BRN Combination light switch in any position, other than headlight ON. Measure the voltage to ground:
There should be about 5 V.
An open or high resistance in the wire