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Pinpoint Test Q: The High Beam Indicator Is Never/Always On

  1. Q1 CHECK THE HIGH BEAM LAMP OPERATION 
    CAUTION: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
    • Key in ON position.
    • Operate the high beams.
    • Do the high beams operate correctly? 
    1. Yes:  GO to Q2.
    2. No:  REFER to EXTERIOR LIGHTING .
  2. Q2 CHECK CIRCUIT 932 (GY/WH) AND CIRCUIT 12 (LG/BK) FOR AN OPEN 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: Instrument Cluster C220b.
    • Key in ON position.
    • Measure the voltage between the instrument cluster C220b pin 2, circuit 12 (LG/BK), harness side and ground, while turning the high beams on and off.
      Fig 1: Checking Circuit 932 (GY/WH) And Circuit 12 (LG/BK) For Open
      G03242539Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the voltage 0 volts with the high beams off and greater than 10 volts with the high beams on? 
    1. Yes:  GO to Q3.
    2. No:  REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
  3. Q3 CHECK FOR CORRECT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OPERATION 
    • Disconnect all the instrument cluster connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion
      • pushed-out pins
    • Connect all the instrument cluster 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 instrument cluster. REFER to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER  . 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. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.