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Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2.  Perform the Steering Position Sensor Test in order to verify if the steering wheel position sensor (SWPS) is operating properly.
  2. 3.  Tests for the proper operation of the steering wheel position signal A circuit in the low voltage range.
  3. 4.  Tests for the proper operation of the steering wheel position signal B circuit in the low voltage range.
  4. 5.  Tests for the proper operation of the steering wheel position signal A circuit in the high voltage range. If the fuse in the jumper opens when you perform this test, the signal circuit is shorted to ground.
  5. 6.  Tests for the proper operation of the steering wheel position signal B circuit in the high voltage range. If the fuse in the jumper opens when you perform this test, the signal circuit is shorted to ground.
  6. 7.  Tests for a short to voltage in the 5 volt reference circuit.
  7. 8.  Tests for a high resistance or an open in the low reference circuit.
Fig 1: DTC C1287 or C1288 (w/JL4) (1 Of 3)
G01582455Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Fig 2: DTC C1287 or C1288 (w/JL4) (2 Of 3)
G01582456Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Fig 3: DTC C1287 or C1288 (w/JL4) (3 Of 3)
G01582457Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.