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Pinpoint Test A: The Control Illumination Is Inoperative - All Hardwired DIMMABLE Illumination

  1. A1 CHECK THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DIMMER SWITCH INPUT 
    • Key in ON position.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: SJB DataLogger
    • Monitor the SJB dimmer switch status (DSWSTAT) PID while rotating the instrument panel dimmer switch from the lowest setting to the highest setting.
    • Does the DSWSTAT PID indicate the switch is operating correctly? 
    1. YES  : Go to  A2.
    2. NO  : INSTALL a new instrument panel dimmer switch. REFER to Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch . TEST the system for normal operation.
  2. A2 CHECK CIRCUIT VLN04 (VT/GY) FOR AN OPEN 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Disconnect: SJB C2280d
    • Fig 1: Checking Circuit VLN04 (VT/GY) For An Open
      GF0041613Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
      NOTE: If the jumper wire fuse fails, repair circuit VLN04 (VT/GY) for a short to ground.
    • Connect a fused jumper wire between the SJB C2280d-2, circuit VLN04 (VT/GY), harness side and battery positive.
    • Observe the dimmable illumination sources.
    • Do the dimmable illumination sources illuminate? 
    1. YES  : Go to  A3.
    2. NO  : REPAIR the circuit. TEST the system for normal operation.
  3. A3 CHECK FOR CORRECT SJB OPERATION 
    • Disconnect all the SJB connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion
      • damaged pins
      • pushed-out pins
    • Connect all the SJB connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new SJB. REFER to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES article. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.