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Circuit/System Testing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the B16 backup lamp switch.
  2. Ignition OFF, exterior lamps OFF, doors CLOSED, wait 30 seconds, test for less than 5 Ω between the ground circuit terminal 2 and ground.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  3. Ignition ON, verify the scan tool Reverse Position Switch parameter is OFF.
    • If not the specified value, test the signal circuit terminal 1 for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K20 engine control module.
  4. Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 1 and the ground circuit terminal 2. Verify the scan tool Reverse Position Switch parameter is ON.
    • If not the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K20 engine control module.
  5. If all circuits test normal, replace the B16 backup lamp switch.