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Pinpoint Test F: The AUTOLAMPS Are Inoperative

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NOTE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
  1. F1 CHECK THE MANUAL HEADLAMP AND PARKING LAMP OPERATION 
    • Place the headlamp switch in the HEADLAMPS ON position.
    • Do the headlamps and parking lamps operate correctly? 
    1. YES  : Go to  F2.
    2. NO  : REFER to Headlamps  or Parking, Rear and License Plate Lamps  to continue diagnosis of the headlamps or parking lamps.
  2. F2 CHECK FOR VOLTAGE TO THE LIGHT SENSOR 
    • Disconnect: Light Sensor C287
    • Key in ON position.
    • Place the headlamp switch in the AUTOLAMPS ON position.
      • Fig 1: Checking Circuit For Voltage
      GF0014544Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Measure the voltage between the light sensor C287-2, circuit 218 (WH/VT), harness side and ground.
    • Is the voltage approximately 5 volts? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new light sensor. REFER to Light Sensor . TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : Go to  F3.
  3. F3 CHECK CIRCUIT 218 (WH/VT) FOR A SHORT TO GROUND 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: LCM C2145a
      • Fig 2: Checking Circuit For Short To Ground
      GF0014545Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Measure the resistance between the light sensor C287-2, circuit 218 (WH/VT), harness side and ground.
    • Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms? 
    1. YES  : Go to  F4.
    2. NO  : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
  4. F4 CHECK FOR CORRECT LCM OPERATION 
    • Disconnect all the LCM connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion
      • damaged pins
      • pushed-out pins
    • Connect all the LCM 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 LCM. 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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