Diagnostic Aids

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The DIC displays SC when there is a shorted condition within the system.
For intermittent diagnosis, refer to TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT AND POOR CONNECTIONS in Wiring Systems.
Refer to AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE in order to verify the correct ambient temperature sensor readings.

Fig 1: Driver Information Center (DIC) Temperature Display Always Reads SC
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