Left Multi-Function Switch

LEFT MULTI- FUNCTION SWITCH

Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector repair procedures, details of wire harness routing and retention, connector pin-out information and location views for the various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds.

WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.

1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the left multi-function switch from the steering column (Refer to LAMPS/ LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/LEFT MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH - REMOVAL).
3. Remove the combination flasher from the left multi-function switch.

Fig.19 Combination Flasher Receptacle (Connector A):

Fig.20 Left Multi_Function Switch Connector Receptacle (Connector B):

Left (Lighting) Multi-Function Switch Test:

4. Using an ohmmeter, perform the continuity and resistance tests at the terminals in the left multi-function switch connector receptacles as shown in the Left Multi-Function Switch Test table. Refer to and for connector terminal and cavity identification.
5. If the left multi-function switch fails any of the continuity or resistance tests, replace the faulty switch unit as required.