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Headlamps Inoperative - Flash to Pass

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Headlamps Inoperative - Flash to Pass

Step Action Yes No
Schematic Reference: Headlights/Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List
1 Did you perform the Lighting System Diagnostic System Check? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Lighting Systems 
2
  1. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
  2. Turn the headlamp switch to the OFF position.
  3. Place the headlamp dimmer switch in the flash to pass position.
Do the high beam headlamps illuminated during flash to pass operation?
Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems Go to Step 3 
3
  1. Turn the headlamp switch to the HEAD position.
  2. Place the headlamp dimmer switch in the high beam position.
Are the high beam headlamps operating properly?
Go to Step 4  Go to Headlamps Inoperative - High Beams 
4
  1. Disconnect the multifunction turn signal switch.
  2. Connect a jumper between the flash to pass signal circuit and ground.
Do the high beam headlamps illuminate?
Go to Step 5  Go to Step 6 
5 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the multifunction switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 8  Go to Step 7 
6 Repair a high resistance, open, or a short to battery positive voltage in the flash to pass signal circuit of the headlamp dimmer switch. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 8  -
7 Replace the multifunction turn signal switch. Refer to Multifunction, Turn Signal Switch Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 8  -
8 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK Go to Step 2