Pinpoint Test C: The Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) Module Does Not Respond To The Diagnostic Tool

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CAUTION: Use the correct probe adaptor(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adaptor(s) may damage the connector.

C1 CHECK THE EATC MODULE C228B FOR DAMAGE
- Key in OFF position.
- Disconnect: EATC Module C228b.
- Inspect the EATC module C228b for damage.
- Is the EATC module C228b OK?
Yes : Go to C2.

No : REPAIR the EATC module C228b as necessary. CARRY OUT the data link diagnostics test.
C2 CHECK CIRCUIT 693 (OG) FOR AN OPEN BETWEEN THE DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC) C251 AND THE EATC C228B
- Measure the resistance between the EATC module C228b-3, circuit 693 (OG), harness side and the DLC C251-3, circuit 693 (OG), harness side.
  
  Fig 1: Checking Circuit 693 (OG) For Open Between Data Link Connector (DLC) C251 And EATC C228B
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes : Go to C3.

No : REPAIR the circuit. CARRY OUT the data link diagnostics test.
C3 CHECK FOR CORRECT EATC MODULE OPERATION
- Disconnect all the EATC module connectors.
- Check for:
  - corrosion
  - pushed-out pins
- Connect all the EATC module connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?
Yes : INSTALL a new EATC module. REFER to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS . CARRY OUT the data link diagnostics test.

No : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). REPEAT the self-test.