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Diagnostic Procedure

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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE - SEAT BELT INDICATOR INOPERATIVE

TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
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NOTE: Ensure that the Junction Block Fuse #11 is not open. If the fuse is open make sure to check for a short to ground.
NOTE: Ensure that the Instrument Cluster is configured with the correct code.
Perform the Instrument Cluster Self Test.Turn the ignition off.Press and hold the Trip/Reset button.Turn the ignition to the Unlock position.Observe the Seat Belt Indicator during the Self Test.Did the Seat Belt indicator illuminate for approximately 4 seconds then turn off?Yes --> Go To 2No --> Go To 4
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2 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Seat Belt Switch harness connector.
NOTE: Performing this test on vehicles equipped with Pre- Tensioners will set a DTC in the ACM. Clear codes after repairs are complete.

Turn the ignition on.
Observe the Seat Belt Indicator
Did the Seat Belt indicator illuminate?
Yes --> Replace the Seat Belt Buckle in accordance with the Service Information.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .
No --> Go To 3
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3 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Instrument Cluster harness connector.
Disconnect the Seat Belt Switch harness connector.
Measure the resistance between ground and the Seat Belt Switch Sense circuit.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?
Yes --> Repair the Seat Belt Switch Sense circuit for a short to ground.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .
No --> Replace the Instrument Cluster in accordance with the Service Information.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .
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4 Turn the ignition off.
Remove and test the Seat Belt Indicator LED.
Using a DVOM, select "Diode Mode" and connect the leads across the LED.
NOTE: Ensure that the RED lead is on the "+" of the LED.

Did the Seat Belt Indicator illuminate?
Yes --> Replace the Instrument Cluster in accordance with the Service Information.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .
No --> Replace the Seat Belt Indicator LED in accordance with the Service Information.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .
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