Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the auxiliary coolant pump relay.
- Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the ignition voltage circuit terminal 85 and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ignition voltage circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal and the ignition voltage circuit fuse is open, test all components connected to the ignition voltage circuit and replace as necessary.
- Test for 2.6-4.6 volts between the control circuit terminal 86 and ground.
- If less than the specified range, test the control circuit for an open/high resistance or for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- If greater than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
- Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 86 and the ignition voltage circuit terminal 85.
- Command the auxiliary coolant pump relay ON and OFF with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
- If the test lamp is always OFF, replace the ECM.
- If all circuits/connections test normal, test or replace the auxiliary coolant pump relay.
IMPORTANT:
The ignition circuit supplies voltage to other components. Make sure you test all circuits for a short to ground or test all components for being shorted that share the ignition circuit.
IMPORTANT:
The control circuit for the auxiliary coolant pump relay is pulled-up to voltage within the ECM, 2.6-4.6 volts on the control circuit is normal.