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Circuit/System Testing

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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S30 headlamp switch.
  2. Ignition ON, test for B+ between the B+ reference circuit terminal 1 and ground.
    • If less than the specified range, test the B+ reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
    • If greater than the specified range, test the B+ reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
  3. Verify the scan tool Incadescent Dimming Duty Cycle Command parameter is greater than 45%.
    • If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit terminal 12 for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
  4. Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 12 and the B+ reference circuit terminal 1. Verify the scan tool Incadescent Dimming Duty Cycle Command parameter is less than 8%
    • If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
  5. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the S30 headlamp switch.
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