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Exterior Lighting Module: Testing and Inspection

Control Unit Input Test

1. Before testing exterior light control functions, troubleshoot the multiplex control system. Multiplex Control Unit, Driver's:
2. Remove the driver's multiplex control unit from the [1][2]driver's under-dash fuse/relay box.




3. Inspect the connector and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact.
- If the terminals are bent, loose or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.
- If the terminals look OK, go to step 4.




4. Make these input tests at the connector or fuse/relay box socket.
- If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
- If all the input tests prove OK, go to step 5.

Multiplex Control Unit, Door:

5. Remove the driver's door panel, and disconnect the 20P connector from the door multiplex control unit.




6. Inspect the connector and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact.
- If the terminals are bent, loose or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.
- If the terminals look OK, go to step 7.




7. Reconnect the connectors to the unit, and make this input test.
- If a test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
- If all the input tests prove OK, go to step 8.

8. If all the input tests prove OK, one of the control units must be faulty. Substitute a known-good control unit for the one that is most likely at fault, then recheck the system. If the system works properly, the original control unit is faulty; replace it. If there is still a malfunction, substitute a known-good control unit for the next most likely unit to be at fault, and recheck. If the system works properly, the original unit is faulty; replace it.