Diagnostic Test
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- CHECK OTHER DTCS
- With the scan tool, read Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) DTCs and record on the repair order.
Is the DTC U0037-00-LIN Bus also present?
Yes
- Repair the IPC DTC. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .
No
- Go To 2
- With the scan tool, read Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) DTCs and record on the repair order.
- CHECK FOR AN ACTIVE DTC
- CHECK THE (F925) FUSED IGNITION RUN CONTROL OUTPUT CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE
- Turn the ignition off.
- Disconnect the Seat Belt Reminder Indicator harness connector.
- Turn the ignition on.
- With a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the (F925) Fused Ignition Run Control Output circuit at the Seat Belt Reminder Indicator harness connector.NOTE:
The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the brightness to that of a direct connection to the battery.
Does the test light illuminate brightly?
Yes
- Go To 4
No
- Repair the (F925) Fused Ignition Run Control Output circuit for an open or high resistance.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
- CHECK THE (Z911) GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE
- Turn the ignition off.
- With a 12-volt test light connected to 12 volts, check the (Z911) Ground circuit at the Seat Belt Reminder Indicator harness connector.
Does the test light illuminate brightly?
Yes
- Replace the Seat Belt Reminder Indicator.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Repair the (Z911) Ground circuit for an open or high resistance.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
- CHECK THE WIRING AND CONNECTORS
- The conditions necessary to set the DTC are not present at this time.
- Using the schematics as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors specific to this circuit. Wiggle the wiring and connectors while checking for shorted and open circuits.
- Check all related splices and connectors for signs of water intrusion, corrosion, pushed out or bent terminals, and correct pin tension.
- Check for any Service Bulletins that may apply.
Were any problems found?
Yes
- Repair as necessary.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .
No
- Test complete.