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Pinpoint Test

NOTE: Before beginning diagnostics, visually inspect the trailer tow connector mounted on the bumper for signs of corrosion or damage. Repair or install a new trailer tow connector as required.
  1. CHECK THE RELAY GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
    1. Ignition OFF.
    2. Disconnect: Trailer Tow Parking Lamp Relay.
    3. Measure:
      BJB BJB
      G08036714
      G08036714
      Trailer Tow Parking Lamp Relay Trailer Tow Parking Lamp Relay
      Pin Circuit Measurement / Action Pin Circuit
      3 SBB84 (GN/RD)
      G08036716
      1 GD120 (BK/GN)

    Is the voltage greater than 11 volts? 

    • Yes: GO to .
    • No: REPAIR the circuit.
  2. CHECK THE TRAILER TOW GROUND CIRCUIT FOR CONTINUITY TO GROUND
    1. For the 4-pin connector, measure:
      Trailer Tow Ground
      G08036717
      G08036718
      C439 Ground
      Pin Circuit Measurement / Action Pin Circuit
      4 GD351 (BK/GN)
      G08036719
      - Ground
    2. For the 7-pin connector, measure:
      Trailer Tow Connector Ground
      G08036720
      G08036721
      Trailer Tow Connector Ground
      Pin Circuit Measurement / Action Pin Circuit
      2 GD351 (BK/GN)
      G08036722
      - Ground

    Is the resistance less than 3 ohms? 

    • Yes: The vehicle is operating correctly. SEND the trailer to an authorized camper/trailer repair facility.
    • No: For the 4-pin connector, REPAIR the trailer tow connector ground circuit for an open.

      For the 7-pin connector, GO to .

  3. CHECK THE TRAILER TOW GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
    1. Disconnect: Trailer Tow Connector.
    2. Measure:
      Trailer Tow Ground
      G08036723
      G08036724
      C4099 Ground
      Pin Circuit Measurement / Action Pin Circuit
      2 GD351 (BK/GN)
      G08036725
      - Ground

    Is the resistance less than 3 ohms? 

    • Yes: INSTALL a new trailer tow connector. TEST the system for normal operation.
    • No: REPAIR the circuit.