Reminder Systems (MICU and Gauge Control Module) Input Test

NOTE:

If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A - Refer to: Body Electrical Troubleshooting - B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A - Initial Communication and DTC Checks .
Before testing, do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function to make sure the beeper and the indicators in the gauge control module work properly and the F-CAN line are OK.
Before testing, make sure the No. B21 (15 A) and No. B29 (10 A) fuses in the under-hood fuse/relay box are OK.
Before testing, make sure the No. C34 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box is OK.

MICU

1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode

2. Disconnect under-dash fuse/relay box connectors B, D, H, N, and Q.

NOTE: All connector views are shown from the wire side of the female terminals.

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3. Inspect the connectors and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact:

If the terminals are bent, loose, or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.
If the terminals are OK, go to step 4.

4. With the connectors still disconnected, do the following input tests:

If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
If all the input tests prove OK, go to step 5.

Cavity	Wire	Test condition	Test: Desired result	Possible cause if desired result is not obtained
N23	BRN	Driver's door open	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less than 0.2 V.	Faulty driver's door switch Faulty driver's door switch ground An open or high resistance in the wire
N23	BRN	Driver's door closed	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be about 5 V.	Faulty driver's door switch A short to ground in the wire
D4*¹	PNK	Ignition key inserted into the ignition key cylinder	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less than 0.2 V.	Poor ground (G401) or an open in the ground wire Faulty ignition key switch An open or high resistance in the wire
D4*¹	PNK	Ignition key removed from the ignition key cylinder	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be about 5 V.	Faulty ignition key switch A short to ground in the wire
D4*²	PNK	Disconnect keyless access control unit connector A (32P)	Check for continuity between terminal D4 and keyless access control unit connector A (32P) terminal No. 2: There should be continuity.	An open or high resistance in the wire
B4.B10	BRN.BLK	Combination light switch OFF	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less than 0.2 V.	Faulty combination light switch An open or high resistance in the wire
B4.B10	BRN.BLK	Combination light switch in any position other than OFF	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be about 5 V.	Faulty combination light switch A short to ground in the wire
B5.B10	GRY.BLK	Combination light switch (PARKING position) ON	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less than 0.2 V.	Faulty combination light switch An open or high resistance in the wire
B5.B10	GRY.BLK	Combination light switch OFF	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be about 5 V.	Faulty combination light switch A short to ground in the wire
B11.B10	WHT.BLK	Combination light switch (headlight) ON	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less than 0.2 V.	Faulty combination light switch An open or high resistance in the wire
B11.B10	WHT.BLK	Combination light switch OFF	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be about 5 V.	Faulty combination light switch A short to ground in the wire

*1: Without keyless access system

*2: With keyless access system

5. Reconnect the connectors to the under-dash fuse/relay box, and do the following input tests:

If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
If all the input tests prove OK, go to step 6.

Cavity	Wire	Test condition	Test: Desired result	Possible cause if desired result is not obtained
Q15	RED	In all power modes	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be battery voltage.	Blown No. B29 (10 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box An open or high resistance in the wire
D23	BLK	In all power modes	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less than 0.2 V.	Poor ground (G401) An open or high resistance in the ground wire
H1	BLK	In all power modes	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less than 0.2 V.	Poor ground (G401) An open or high resistance in the ground wire
N6	BLK	In all power modes	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less than 0.2 V.	Poor ground (G501) An open or high resistance in the ground wire
N38	BLK	In all power modes	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less than 0.2 V.	Poor ground (G501) An open or high resistance in the ground wire

Gauge Control Module

6. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode

7. Disconnect the gauge control module 32P connector.

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8. Inspect the connector and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact:

If the terminals are bent, loose, or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.
If the terminals are OK, go to step 9.

9. With the connectors still disconnected, do the following input tests:

If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
If all the input tests prove OK, go to step 10.

Cavity	Wire	Test condition	Test: Desired result	Possible cause if desired result is not obtained
4	BLU	Parking brake switch ON (Lever pulled)	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less than 0.2 V.	Faulty parking brake switch An open or high resistance in the wire
4	BLU	Parking brake switch OFF (Lever released)	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be about 5 V.	Faulty parking brake switch A short to ground in the wire

10. Reconnect the connector, and do the following input tests:

If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
If all the input tests prove OK, go to step 11.

Cavity	Wire	Test condition	Test: Desired result	Possible cause if desired result is not obtained
16	RED	Under all conditions	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less than 0.2 V.	Blown No. B29 (10 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box An open or high resistance in the wire
15	LT GRN	Vehicle ON mode	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be battery voltage.	Blown No. C34 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box An open or high resistance in the wire
17	BLK	In all power modes	Measure the voltage to ground: There should be battery voltage.	Poor ground (G401) An open or high resistance in the ground wire

11. If multiple failures are found on more than one control unit, replace the under-dash fuse/relay box (includes the MICU). If input failures are related to a particular control unit, replace the gauge control module .