Auxiliary Power Outlet: Testing and Inspection

DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - POWER OUTLET

WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, REFER TO RESTRAINTS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, SEAT OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.

1. Check the fused B(+) fuse in the Integrated Power Module (IPM). If OK, go to STEP 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or component as required and replace the faulty fuse.
2. Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) fuse in the IPM. If OK, go to STEP 3. If not OK, repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the IPM fuse as required.
3. Open the power outlet door. Check for continuity between the inside circumference of the power outlet receptacle and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to STEP 4. If not OK, go to STEP 5.
4. Check for battery voltage at the insulated contact located at the back of the power outlet receptacle. If not OK, go to STEP 5.
5. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Remove the appropriate bezel. Check for continuity between the ground circuit cavity of the power outlet wire harness connector and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to STEP 6. If not OK, repair the open ground circuit to ground as required.
6. Connect the battery negative cable. Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit cavity of the power outlet wire harness connector. If OK, replace the faulty power outlet receptacle. If not OK, repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the IPM fuse as required.