Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Sierra and 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect the inlet air vents for any obstructions or blockages that are external to the drive motor generator battery.
- If inlet air obstructions or blockages are found, remove or repair as needed.
- Safety glasses with appropriate side shields when within 50 feet of the vehicle, either indoors or outdoors
- Certified and up-to-date Class "0" Insulation gloves rated at 1000V with leather protectors
- Visually and functionally inspect the gloves before use.
- Wear the Insulation gloves at all times when working with the high voltage battery assembly, whether the system is energized or not.
- Ignition OFF, disable the high voltage at the drive motor generator battery. Refer to High Voltage Disabling .
- Remove the drive motor generator battery cover. Refer to Drive Motor Battery Case Upper Cover, Front Cover, and Right Side Cover Replacement .
- Inspect the battery for the following conditions:
- Obstructed inlet or outlet duct
- Damaged fan blades
- Missing or damaged internal foam seals
- If any of the conditions are present, repair or replace any damaged components.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the X3 connector at the GBCM.
- Ignition OFF, test for less than 5 Ω between the low reference terminals of the GBCM listed below and ground.
- Terminal 10
- Terminal 12
- If greater than the specified range, test the GBCM ground circuits for an open/high resistance. If the circuits test normal, replace the GBCM.
- Ignition ON, verify the scan tool Hybrid Batt. Inlet Air Temperature and Hybrid Batt. Outlet Air Temperature parameters are -40°C (-40°F).
- If greater than the specified value, replace the GBCM.
- Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the signal terminal 9 and the low reference terminal 10 of the GBCM. Verify the scan tool Hybrid Batt. Inlet Air Temperature is 100°C (212°F).
- If less than the specified value, replace the GBCM.
- Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the signal terminal 11 and the low reference terminal 12 of the GBCM. Verify the scan tool Hybrid Batt. Outlet Air Temperature is 100°C (212°F).
- If less than the specified value, replace the GBCM.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the temperature sensors.
WARNING:
Before working on any high voltage system, be sure to wear the following Personal Protection Equipment:
Failure to follow the procedure exactly as written may result in serious injury or death.
Failure to follow the procedure exactly as written may result in serious injury or death.