Pinpoint Test D: One Low Beam Headlamp Is Inoperative

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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.

D1 CHECK THE VOLTAGE TO THE INOPERATIVE HEADLAMP

Key in OFF position.
Disconnect: Inoperative Headlamp
Place the headlamp switch in the HEADLAMPS ON position.
Place the multifunction switch in the LOW BEAM position.

Fig 1: Checking Circuits For Voltage

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Measure the voltage between the inoperative headlamp, harness side and ground as follows:

Inoperative Headlamp (Type)	Connector-Pin	Circuit
LH (aerodynamic)	C1021-3	160 (DB/WH)
RH (aerodynamic)	C1041-3	161 (DG/OG)
LH (sealed beam)	C1284-3	160 (DB/WH)
RH (sealed beam)	C1285-3	161 (DG/OG)

Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?

YES : REPAIR circuit 57 (BK). TEST the system for normal operation.
NO : VERIFY the CJB fuse 46 (10A) (LH headlamp) or 47 (10A) (RH headlamp) is OK. If OK, PLACE the headlamp switch in the OFF position, go to D2 .

D2 CHECK THE CJB
- Disconnect: CJB C270f
- Place the headlamp switch in the HEADLAMPS ON position.
- Measure the voltage between the CJB C270f pin 2, circuit 161 (DG/OG), component side and ground; or between the CJB C270f pin 3, circuit 160 (DB/WH), component side and ground.
- Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?
1. YES : REPAIR the circuit in question. TEST the system for normal operation.
2. NO : INSTALL a new CJB. TEST the system for normal operation.