Checking the signal from the hood switch

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition ON

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• Ignition on.

  Read off the hood switch status.

  Open and close the hood.

  The value should be HIGH when the hood is open and LOW when the hood is closed.

  Fig 2: Identifying VCT2000 Diagnostic Tool Symbol In VIDA

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Are these readings OK? 

• YES 

  FAULT NOT FOUND:  Troubleshooting has been completed.

• NO 

  Refer to Checking the hood switch and wiring