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Symptom Chart

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Symptom Chart

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The autolamps are inoperative
  • Circuitry
  • Light sensor
  • Multifunction switch
  • Smart junction box (SJB)
  • The autolamps are on continuously
  • Circuitry
  • Light sensor
  • Multifunction switch
  • SJB
  • The autolamp time delay is inoperative
  • SJB
  • CHECK the SJB configuration and make sure the autolamp feature and time delay are configured correctly.
    • If the SJB is not configured correctly, RECONFIGURE the SJB. TEST the system for normal operation.
  • The headlamps are inoperative with autolamps on
  • SJB
  • PLACE the multifunction switch in the HEADLAMPS ON position and OBSERVE the headlamps.
    • If the headlamps do not illuminate, REFER to Headlamps  in this article to continue diagnosis of the headlamps.
  • The parking lamps are inoperative with autolamps on
  • SJB
  • PLACE the multifunction switch in the PARKING LAMPS ON position and OBSERVE the parking lamps.