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Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. Listen for an audible click when the encoder motor brake operates. Command both the ON and OFF states. Repeat the commands as necessary.
  2. This step tests for voltage at the lock solenoid feed side of the encoder motor lock solenoid.
  3. This step verifies that the lock solenoid battery positive circuit is not shorted to power, shorted to ground, or have high resistance.
  4. This step determines if the encoder motor lock solenoid is faulty by checking the internal resistance.
  5. This step tests the control circuit of the encoder motor brake for a short to voltage or an open.
  6. This step determines if a corroded or damaged connector in the encoder motor harness is the cause
    Fig 1: Diagnostic System Check - DTC C0321
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