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Pinpoint Test AC

  1. If seat belt or ignition key chime sounds, go to step 2). If chime does not sound, replace warning chime module.
  2. Turn ignition on. Press button with suspected malfunction. If beep occurs, replace EIC. If beep does not occur, go to step 3).
  3. Remove trim applique to expose cluster. Ensure connections from CCA switch assembly to EIC are secure. If connections are okay, go to step 4). If connections are not secure, tighten and recheck.
  4. Unplug CCA switch from EIC. Measure resistance between Orange and Yellow wires on connector, with no button pressed. If resistance is 4000-5000 ohms, go to step 5). Replace switch assembly if resistance is not 4000-5000 ohms.
  5. While pressing button with suspected problem, measure resistance between Orange and Yellow wires on connector. Press only one button at a time for this test. If resistance is as specified, go to step 6). If resistance is not within tolerance, replace CCA switch assembly.
    • GAUGE SELECT: 1700-2200 ohms
    • MPH-KM/H: 800-990 ohms
    • SPEED ALARM: 350-480 ohms
  6. Remove EIC. See ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (EIC) R & I  . Turn ignition on. Wait for seat belt chime to end. Connect jumper between harness connector pin C11 (Tan/Yellow wire) and ground. If chime sounds, replace EIC. If chime does not sound, repair open in circuit No. 183.
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