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Diagnostic Aids

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  1. The following conditions may cause an intermittent:
    • Intermittent short to ground in DIC switch harness.
    • Internal short to ground in DIC switch 2 (GAUGES).
    • DIC switch 2 (GAUGES) is pressed for longer than 60 seconds.
  2. If DIC switch 2 (GAUGES) is pressed for longer than 60 seconds, DTC B1517 may set with no existing malfunctions. Always verify that this condition does not exist before diagnosing DTC B1517.
  3. Use scan tool to verify proper DIC switch 2 (GAUGES) operation. When button is pressed, scan tool should display DIC switch 2 (GAUGES) status as ACTIVE. When button is released, scan tool should display DIC switch 2 (GAUGES) status as INACTIVE.