Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Reverse Input Malfunction
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the inside rearview mirror.
- Ignition ON, park brake applied, vehicle in REVERSE, test for B+ between the supply voltage terminal 9 and ground.
- If less than the specified value, test the supply voltage circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, refer to BACKUP LAMPS MALFUNCTION .
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the inside rearview mirror.
Outside Rearview Mirror Dimming Malfunction
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector C1 at the left outside rearview mirror.
- Ignition OFF, test for less than 1 ohm of resistance between the low reference circuit terminal 6 and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, test or replace the inside rearview mirror.
- Ignition ON, test for less than 1 volt between the signal circuit terminal 5 and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, test or replace the inside rearview mirror.
- Headlamps ON, vehicle in PARK, cover the front light sensor with a towel or other suitable item. Shine a flashlight at the rear light sensor. Test for greater than 1 volt between the signal circuit terminal 5 and ground.
- If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, test or replace the inside rearview mirror.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the left outside rearview mirror face.