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Circuit/System Testing

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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector X2 at the ECM.
  2. Ignition ON, verify that the wait to start indicator is OFF.
    • If not the specified value, test the wait to start indicator control signal circuit terminal 16 for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the instrument panel cluster (IPC).
  3. Install a 3-amp fused jumper between the wait to start control signal circuit terminal 16 and ground. Verify that the wait to start indicator is ON.
    • If not the specified value, test the wait to start indicator control signal circuit terminal 16 for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the IPC.
  4. If all circuits test normal, replace the ECM.
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