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License Plate Lamp Circuit


LICENSE PLATE LAMP CIRCUIT





Component Function Check
1.CHECK TAIL LAMP OPERATION
Check that the tail lamp is turned ON.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES - GO TO 2.
NO - Body Side.
2.CHECK LICENSE PLATE LAMP OPERATION
CONSULT-III ACTIVE TEST
1. Select "EXTERNAL LAMPS" of IPDM E/R active test item.
2. With operating the lighting switch, check that the license plate lamp is turned ON.

TAIL : License plate lamp ON
Off : License plate lamp OFF

Is the inspection result normal?
YES - License plate lamp circuit is normal.
NO - SEE Diagnosis Procedure.




Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK LICENSE PLATE LAMP BULB
Check the applicable lamp bulb.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES - GO TO 2.
NO - Replace bulb.
2.CHECK LICENSE PLATE LAMP OPEN CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect IPDM E/R connector and license plate lamp connector.
3. Check continuity between IPDM E/R harness connector and license plate lamp harness connector.





Is the inspection result normal?
YES - GO TO 3.
NO - Repair or replace harness.
3.CHECK LICENSE PLATE LAMP GROUND OPEN CIRCUIT
Check continuity between license plate lamp harness connector and ground.





Is the inspection result normal?
YES - Check corresponding bulb socket and harness. Repair or replace if necessary.
NO - Repair or replace harness.