Checking the ground terminal: Notes

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Fig 1: Identifying Ignition OFF

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Ignition off
Control module disconnected
Switch off all equipment that takes power from the battery (courtesy lighting, radio etc).
Connect the breakout box.

Connect an ohmmeter between terminal #A20 on the breakout box and the battery negative terminal.

The ohmmeter should read 0 Ω.

Other information
- To connect the breakout box, see Connecting the breakout box .
Fig 2: Identifying Ohm Meter
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Is the value OK?

YES
OKAY: Troubleshooting has been completed.
NO
Refer to Checking for open-circuits, contact resistance and oxidation