Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the REAR DEFOG relay.
- Test for less than 1 ohm between the ground circuit terminal 85 and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 86 and the ground circuit terminal 85.
- Ignition ON, command the Rear Defog Request ON and OFF with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
- If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the HVAC control module.
- If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the HVAC control module.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the REAR DEFOG relay.