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Circuit/System Testing

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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the CRNK relay.
  2. Ignition OFF and scan tool disconnected, open and close the driver door, and wait 1 minute. Test for less than 5 ohms between the relay ground circuit terminal 85 and ground.
    • If not within the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  3. Ignition OFF, connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 86 and the ground circuit terminal 85. Turn the ignition to the start position. The test lamp should illuminate for a maximum of 10 seconds when the ignition is held in the start position.
    • If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
    • 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 ECM.
  4. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the CRNK relay.
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