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Inspection and Verification

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  1. Verify the customer concern by operating the headlamp switch. To duplicate the condition, place the headlamp switch in the PARK position and rotate the instrument panel dimmer switch to the full illumination position.
  2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage.
    VISUAL INSPECTION

    Mechanical Electrical
    • Headlamp switch
    • Instrument panel dimmer switch
    • Smart junction box (SJB) fuse(s):
      • 1 (5A)
      • 20 (7.5A)
    • Connectors
    • Circuitry
  3. If the fault is not visually evident, verify the symptom and proceed to the SYMPTOM CHART .