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Headlamps Inoperative - Low and High Beams

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Headlamps Inoperative - Low and High Beams

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 Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? Go to Step 2  Go to DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - VEHICLE
2
  1. Place the headlamp switch in the HEADLAMP position.
  2. Place the headlamp dimmer switch in the LOW position.
  3. Observe the headlamps.
  4. Place the headlamp dimmer switch in the HIGH position.
  5. Observe the headlamps.
Do both the low and high beam headlamps illuminate?
Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Go to Step 3 
3 Test for an open or high resistance in the ground circuit of the turn/headlamp switch. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 6  Go to Step 4 
4 Inspect for poor connections at the turn/headlamp switch assembly. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 6  Go to Step 5 
5 Replace the turn/headlamp switch assembly. Refer to Turn Signal Multifunction Switch Replacement .
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 6  -
6 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK Go to Step 2