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Pinpoint Test Q: The Parking, Rear Or License Plate Lamps Are On Continuously

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  1. Q1 CHECK THE HEADLAMP SWITCH 
    • Disconnect: Headlamp Switch C2150a
    • Do the parking lamps continue to illuminate? 
    1. YES  : If equipped with autolamps, go to  Q2 .

      If not equipped with autolamps, REPAIR circuit 14 (BN). TEST the system for normal operation.

    2. NO  : INSTALL a new headlamp switch. REFER to Headlamp Switch  in this article. TEST the system for normal operation.
  2. Q2 CHECK CIRCUIT 14 (BN) FOR SHORT TO POWER 
    • Disconnect: VSM C3008a
    • Do the parking lamps continue to illuminate? 
    1. YES  : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : Go to  Q3.
  3. Q3 CHECK FOR CORRECT VSM OPERATION 
    • Disconnect all the VSM connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion
      • damaged pins
      • pushed-out pins
    • Connect all the VSM connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new VSM. REFER to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES article. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.
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