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PINPOINT TEST A : The Autolamps Are Inoperative

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  1. A1 CHECK THE MANUAL HEADLAMP OPERATION

    • Place the headlamp switch in the HEADLAMPS and OFF positions.

    Do the headlamps operate correctly? 

    Yes  GO to  A2
    No  REFER to Headlamps - Expedition  or Headlamps Navigator  .
  2. A2 CHECK FOR VOLTAGE TO THE LIGHT SENSOR

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Disconnect: Autolamp Sensor C2360 (single zone climate control).
    • Disconnect: Sunload Sensor C286 (dual zone climate control).
    • Ignition ON.
    • Place the headlamp switch in the AUTOLAMPS position.
    • For single zone climate control, measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C2360-2
      GFD134422Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      Ground
    • For dual zone climate control, measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C286-2
      GFD134422Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      Ground

    Is the voltage approximately 5 volts? 

    Yes  INSTALL a new autolamp/sunload sensor. REFER to Light Sensor .
    No  GO to  A3
  3. A3 CHECK FOR CORRECT BCM OPERATION

    • Disconnect and inspect all BCM connectors.
    • Repair:
      • corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
    • Reconnect the BCM connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.
    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

    Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable TSBs. If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no TSBs address this concern, BCM Hardware Testing .
    No  The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.