Active Too Long: Verification

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HINT: After carrying out the repair, check that the fault has been remedied.

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition ON

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Fig 2: Connecting Connector

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Ignition off.
Reinstall connectors, components etc.
Ignition on.
Start the blower fan or let the engine idle.
Go into scrolling values.
Read off the damper motor position sensor.
Activate damper motor by slowly turning the passenger side temperature control between minimum and maximum heat settings.
Check that position sensor values change when the temperature control is turned. If value changes this indicates that damper motor is OK.

Fig 3: Identifying Scan Tool
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Does the position sensor value change?

YES
VERIFIED: Troubleshooting has been completed.
NO
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