Pinpoint Test J: The IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) Illumination Is Inoperative Or Does Not Dim

Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions

REFER to: Instrument Panel and Interior Switches Illumination - System Operation and Component Description .

Possible Sources
- Communication network concern
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- IPC

J1 PERFORM A NETWORK TEST
- Ignition ON.
- Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform a network test.
Does the IPC pass the network test?

Yes GO to J2

No DIAGNOSE a concern with the network. REFER to: Communications Network

J2 CHECK FOR CORRECT IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) OPERATION

Disconnect and inspect all IPC and related in-line connectors.

Repair:
- corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
- damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
- pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary

Reconnect the IPC and related in-line connectors and all previously disconnected illumination system connectors. Make sure all connectors seat and latch correctly.

Operate the system to 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 IPC. REFER to: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)

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.