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Pinpoint Test C : A Loud Popping Sound Is Heard From The Speakers When Cycling The Ignition

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  1. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

    Possible Sources 

    • Communication concern
    • ACM

  2. C1 CHECK FOR COMMUNICATION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)

    • Ignition ON.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the ACM self-test.

    Are any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present? 

    Yes  REFER to ACM DTC Chart)  in this information.
    No  GO to  C2
  3. C2 CHECK FOR CORRECT ACM (AUDIO FRONT CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Disconnect and inspect all the ACM connectors.

    • Repair:

      • corrosion (install new connectors or terminals - clean module pins)
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary

    • Reconnect the ACM connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.

    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

    Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new ACM. REFER to: Audio Front Control Module (ACM) .
    No  The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.