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B1461






B1461 - Channel 1 Audio Speaker Output Circuit Low






For a complete wiring diagram, refer to.

When Monitored: With the ignition on.

Set Condition: The amplifier detects a short to ground on the speaker output circuit.








Test Step 1 - Check for an Intermittent Condition

Turn the ignition ON, then OFF, and then ON again.

With the scan tool, read amplifier DTCs.

Does the scan tool display B1461 - Channel 1 Audio Speaker Output Circuit Low?

Yes

Go to Test Step 2.

No

The conditions that caused this code to set are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior

Test Step 2 - Check the Amplified LF I/P Speaker (+) Circuit for a Short to Ground







Disconnect the amplifier C2 harness connector.

Measure the resistance between ground and the amplified left front I/P speaker (+) circuit.

Is the resistance less than 10K ohms?

Yes

Repair the amplified left front I/P speaker (+) circuit for a short to ground.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior

No

Go to Test Step 3.

Test Step 3 - Check the Amplified LF I/P Speaker (-) Circuit for a Short to Ground







Measure the resistance between ground and the amplified left front I/P speaker (-) circuit.

Is the resistance less than 10K ohms?

Yes

Repair the amplified left front I/P speaker (-) for a short to ground.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior

No

Go to Test Step 4.

Test Step 4 - Check the Operation of the Amplified LF I/P Speaker







Turn the ignition OFF.

Reconnect and reinstall the left front I/P speaker.

Measure the resistance of the speaker circuit between the amplifier C2 harness connector and ground.

Is the resistance less than 10K ohms?

Yes

Replace the left front I/P speaker.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior

No

Replace the amplifier.

Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to => Non-DTC Based Diagnostics. Body Interior