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B147C






B147C - Channel 6 Audio Speaker Output Circuit Open






For a complete wiring diagram, refer to.

When Monitored: Amplifier bus wake-up. Amplifier reset with scan tool.

Set Condition: The amplifier detects an open condition on the speaker output circuit.






Test Step 1 - Check for an Intermittent Condition

Turn the ignition ON.

Turn the radio ON.

With the scan tool, erase any amplifier DTCs.

With the scan tool, reset the amplifier.

With the scan tool, check for any amplifier DTCs.

Does the scan tool display B147C - Channel 6 Audio Speaker Output Circuit Open?

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 Operation of the RR Door Speaker

Disconnect the speaker harness connector.

Turn the radio ON and turn the volume to mid-level.

With a voltmeter set to read in A/C voltage, measure the voltage of the circuits in the speaker harness connector.

Is the voltage present greater than 1 volt?

Yes

Replace the speaker.

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

No

Go to Test Step 3.

Test Step 3 - Check the RR Door Speaker (+) Circuit for an Open

Turn the ignition OFF.

Disconnect the amplifier C1 harness connector.

Measure the resistance of the circuit between the amplifier C1 harness connector and the speaker harness connector.

Is the resistance less than 5.0 ohms?

Yes

Go to Test Step 4.

No

Repair the open in the speaker (+) circuit

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

Test Step 4 - Check the RR Door Speaker (-) Circuit for an Open

Turn the ignition OFF.

Disconnect the amplifier C1 harness connector.

Measure the resistance of the circuit between the amplifier C1 harness connector and the speaker harness connector.

Is the resistance less than 5.0 ohms?

Yes

Replace the amplifier.

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

No

Repair the open in the speaker (-) circuit.

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