Subaru Legacy 1996 User Manual

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Alarm Module: Description and Operation
CONTROL MODULE

All signals from switches (door, engine hood, .. etc.) are input to the security control module. Based on the signals from these individual switches, the control module recognizes the emergency condition and controls all of the security system functions.
The security control module is installed inside the right side of instrument panel.

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Control Module I/O Signal

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Alarm Module: Service and Repair

SECURITY CONTROL MODULE

Removal and Installation

1. Follow the same preparatory procedures when removing door lock timer. See: Body and Frame/Locks/Power Locks/Service and Repair

2. Remove nut which secures security control module, and remove security control module from bracket while pulling right side lower end of
instrument panel.

Be careful not to damage instrument panel while pulling right side lower end.CAUTION:

3. Disconnect connector from security control module.4. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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Antitheft Lighting Relay: Locations

Behind LH side of I/P

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Antitheft Relay: Description and Operation
STARTER INTERRUPT RELAY/HEADLIGHT ALARM RELAY

The starter interrupt relay, activates by a signal from the security control module, interrupts the starter circuit keeping the starter from operation.
In armed state, the system will not activate the starter interrupt relay and starter circuit functions normally.
The system activates the starter interrupt relay when the system is in alarm state, and keep this condition until the system is turned to disarmed state.
The headlight alarm relay is adopted in headlight circuit, and this relay activates when the security system is in alarm state.
In alarm state, the security control module switches the output signal ON-OFF alternately to flash the headlight via a headlight alarm relay.
The starter interrupt and headlight alarm relays employ the same parts and are interchangeable.
The starter interrupt relay and headlight alarm relay are installed behind the lower cover located under the steering column.

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Antitheft Relay: Service and Repair
Security System

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

1. STARTER INTERRUPT RELAY

NOTE:

The starter interrupt relay and headlight alarm relay use the same parts and are mounted parallel to each other.Therefore, before removal and installation identify the starter interrupt relay by the color of its wiring connection.

1. Remove instrument panel lower cover.2. Disconnect connector of starter interrupt relay.3. Remove starter interrupt relay.4. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

2. HEADLIGHT ALARM RELAY

NOTE:

The headlight alarm relay and starter interrupt relay use the same parts and are mounted parallel to each other.Therefore, before removal and installation, identify the headlight alarm relay by the color of its wiring connection.

1. Remove instrument panel lower cover.2. Disconnect connector of headlight alarm relay.3. Remove headlight alarm relay.4. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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Sunroof / Moonroof Relay: Locations

Behind LH side of I/P, under steering column

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ABS Main Relay: Locations

RH front of engine compartment

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ABS Main Relay: Service and Repair

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.2. Remove air intake duct and canister from engine compartment3. Disconnect connector from relay box.4. Unlock cable clip.5. Remove nuts which secure relay box to bracket, then the relay box and connector bracket from vehicle.6. Reverse procedure to install.

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Electronic Brake Control Module: Description and OperationABS

ABS CONTROL MODULE (ABS C/M)

­The ABS control module determines the state of the wheels based on input signals from the ABS sensor, and optimally increases or decreasesbrake fluid pressure by controlling the electric current flowing through magnet valves built into the hydraulic unit.

­ABS control module perf6rms logical computation and monitoring on each of two 8-bit microcomputers, creating a fail-safe system by whichsystem failures can be detected.

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This ABS control module detects open circuits by sending an electrical current through the sensor system. An upper limit is established withrespect to the sensor signal input characteristics, and if an input value exceeds that limit it is considered a failure. Figure shows [a marginal level] afailure.

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A maximum of 3 trouble codes are stored in the EEP ROM and if 3 or more areas fail, then only the 3 most recent failures are stored. The troublecodes remain stored until they are erased. The trouble codes can be determined by the flashing of the ABS warning light located in thecombination meter This ABS control module induces a sequence control pattern and facilitates the checking of the hydraulic unit.

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Electronic Brake Control Module: Description and OperationABS/TCS

ABS/TCS CONTROL MODULE

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The C/M of this system is a digitally controlled electronic control module equipped with two 8-bit CPUs of main and sub ones. The C/M not onlylogically processes wheel speed signals for the ABS control and 105 control (brake control) functions but has the self-diagnosis function, fail-safefunction, and Subaru select monitor communication function. The C/M is installed under the front right seat.

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The trouble codes of all the failures that occurred in the past are stored in the EEPROM. (When the same failure occurs twice or more, the troublecode of the most recent failure is stored only once.) The trouble codes remain stored until they are erased. The trouble codes can be determined bythe flashing of the TCS warning light located in the combination meter This ABS/TCS control module induces a sequence control pattern (ABS,TCS) and facilitates the checking of the hydraulic unit.

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Electronic Brake Control Module: Description and OperationABS [5.3 Type]

ABS CONTROL MODULE (ABSCM)

The ABSCM is a digital control type electronic control module accommodating two microcontrol modules (MCMs); master and slave. BothMCMs process the same program and monitor the respective outputs, and when a mismatch occurs, cut off the system to activate the fail-satefunction.A maximum of 3 trouble codes are stored in the EEP ROM and if 3 or more areas fail, then only the 3 most recent failures are stored. The troublecodes remain stored until they are erased.This ABSCM induces a sequence control pattern and facilitates the checking of the hydraulic unit.

ABS CONTROL

Based on the four wheel speed signals, the ABSCM calculates a simulated body speed or body deceleration rate, while referencing the G sensoroutput as an auxiliary means, and compares them with the wheel speeds and wheel deceleration rates. If it determines that the wheels are about tolock, it controls the solenoid valve or motor pump of the H/U to adjust the brake fluid pressures that act on the wheel cylinders, thereby preventingthe wheels from locking.The ABSCM controls the right and left front wheel fluid pressures independently and controls the rear wheel fluid pressures on the basis of thewheel which is more likely to lock (Select-low control).

SELECT MONITOR ASSOCIATED FUNCTIONS

The Subaru select monitor may be used to perform the following operations.

(1) To read out analog data(2) To read out ON/OFF data(3) To read out or erase trouble code(4) To read out status information in the event of trouble (Freeze frame data)(5) To initiate ABS sequence control pattern

INDICATION FUNCTIONS

The ABS warning light can be made to indicate the following three states.

(1) ABS trouble(2) Flashes to indicate trouble codes in diagnosis mode.(3) Valve ON/OFF when sequence control pattern is in effect.

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Electronic Brake Control Module: Service and RepairABS Control Module (5.3 Type)

A. REMOVAL (LHD MODEL)

1) Turn ignition switch to OFF.2) Remove front pillar lower trim.3) Remove glove box.4) Remove glove box bracket.

5) Remove pocket back panel.

6) Remove bolt from bracket.

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7) Remove bolt cover and bolt.

8) Remove ABSCM upper mounting bolt.

9) Pull the lower part of the instrument panel rearward .5 cm (1.97 in)
CAUTION: When pulled more than 6 cm (2.4 in), the instrument panel may be deformed.

At this time, instrument panel securing clips can be removed.NOTE:

10) Remove two ABSCM lower mounting bolts from the lower part of the instrument panel.11) While holding the lower part of instrument panel rearward remove the ABSCM.5 cm (1.97 in)
CAUTION: When pulled more than 6 cm (2.4 in), the instrument panel may be deformed.

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12) Disconnect connector from ABSCM.

Do not drop or bump ABSCM.CAUTION:

B: INSPECTION

Check that connector is connected correctly and that connector terminal sliding resistance is correct.

C: INSTALLATION

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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Electronic Brake Control Module: Service and RepairABS Control Module

Removal

REMOVAL

1) Remove floor mat located under lower right side of front seat.

2) Remove screw which secure ABS control module from the body.

3) Disconnect connector from ABS control module.

Inspection

INSPECTION

Check that connector is connected correctly and that connector terminal sliding resistance is correct.

Installation

INSTALLATION

1) Connect connector to ABS control module.2) Install ABS control module on the body.

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Electronic Brake Control Module: Service and RepairABS/TCS Control Module

Removal

REMOVAL

1) Disconnect ground cable from battery.2) Remove floor mat located under lower right side of front seat.3) Remove screw which secure ABS/TCS control module from the body.4) Disconnect connector from ABS/TCS control module.

Inspection

INSPECTION

Check that connector is connected correctly and that connector terminal sliding resistance is correct.

Installation

INSTALLATION

1) Connect connector to ABS/TCS control module.2) Install ABS/TCS control module on the body.

CAUTION: -

When installing seat rail, be careful no to have the harness caught in the rail.

- Cover the connector completely with rubber boot.

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Radiator Cooling Fan Motor Relay: Locations
Relay and Fuse

LOCATION

Relays used with A/C system are located as shown in figure.

1. A/C relay2. Main fan (radiator fan) relay3. Sub fan (condenser fan) relay4. Sub fan (condenser fan) water temperature relay5. Fuses ( and )10 A 20 A

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Cruise Control Module: Testing and Inspection

Control Unit Pin Voltage Test

Refer to , for pin voltage test.Fig. 25

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Blower Motor Relay: Locations

LH side of I/P, near fuse Panel

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Blower Motor Relay: Description and Operation
Hi Relay

The Hi relay is located on the heater unit. It receives a signal from the auto amplifier to operate the blower motor at high speed.

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Compressor Clutch Relay: Locations

LH side of Engine compartment in main fuse/relay box

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Control Module HVAC: Specifications

Thermo control amplifier working temperature (Evaporator outlet air)

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Control Module HVAC: Locations
Fan Control Amplifier

Component Locations

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The fan control amplifier is located on the cooling unit. It amplifies a 12-step base current flowing from the auto amplifier to change blower speed.

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Control Module HVAC: Description and Operation
Fan Control Amplifier

The fan control amplifier is located on the cooling unit. It amplifies a 12-step base current flowing from the auto amplifier to change blower speed.

Hi Relay

The Hi relay is located on the heater unit. It receives a signal from the auto amplifier to operate the blower motor at high speed.

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System Relay: Locations

LH side of Engine compartment in main fuse/relay box

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System Relay: Testing and Inspection
Relay and Fuse

1. Check conduction with a circuit tester (Ohm range) according to the table in figure.

2. Replace relays which do not meet specifications.

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Daytime Running Lamp Relay: Locations

Located in the fuse panel

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Daytime Running Lamp Relay: Testing and Inspection
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT RELAY

Check continuity between terminals (indicated in table) when terminal No.1 is connected to battery and terminal No.2 is grounded.

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Check continuity between terminals (indicated in table) when terminal No.1 is connected to battery and terminal No.2 is grounded.

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Exterior Lighting Module: Diagram Information and Instructions

Allowable Current Level of Wires

The table in the image lists the nominal sectional areas and allowable currents of the wires.

Allowable Current Level Of The Wires

When replacing or repairing a wire, be sure to use the same size and type of the wire which was originally used.CAUTION:

NOTE

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The allowable current in the above table indicates the tolerable amperage of each wire at an ambient temperature of .40 C (1O4 F)

^ The allowable current changes with ambient temperature. Also, it changes if a bundle of more than two wires is used.

Connector Number Identification

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Connector Number Identification

11) Each connector number shown in the wiring diagram corresponds to that in the wiring harness. The location of each connector in the actual vehicle
is determined by reading the first character of the connector (for example, a "F" for F8, "i" for i16, etc.) and the type of wiring harness.

The first character of each connector number refers to the area or system of the vehicle, as indicated below.

..........................................................................................................................................................................................Symbol Wiring harness and Cord

F................................................................................................................................................................................................................Front wiring harnessB.........................................................................................................................................................................................................Bulkhead wiring harnessE.............................................................................................................................................................................................................Engine wiring harnessT...................................................................................................................................................................................................................Transmission cordD.....................................................................................................................................................................................Door cord LH & RH, Rear gate cordI..............................................................................................................................................................................................Instrument panel wiring harnessR................................................................................................................................................................................Rear wiring harness, Rear defogger cord........................................................................................................................................................................................................................Room light cord............................................................................................................................................................................................................................Fuel tank cord................................................................................................................................................................................................................................unroof cord...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................Trunk lid cordP................................................................................................................................................................................................................Floor wiring harness

General Description

Wiring Diagram

1. WIRING DIAGRAM

The wiring diagram of each system is illustrated so that you can understand the path through which the electric current flows from the battery.

Sketches and codes are used in the diagrams. They should read as follows:1) Each connector and its terminal position are indicated by a sketch of the connector in a disconnected state which is viewed from the front as

shown in image.

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Connectors

2) The number of poles or pins, presence of a lock, and pin number of each terminal are indicated in the sketch of each connector.

In the sketch, the highest pole number refers to the number of poles which the connector has. For example, the sketch of the connector shown

in image indicates the connector has 9 poles.

Connectors

When one set of connectors is viewed from the front side, the pole numbers of one connector are symmetrical to those of the other. When thesetwo connectors are connected as a unit, the poles which have the same number are joined.

3) Electrical wiring harness

The connectors are numbered along with the number of poles, external colors, and mating connections in the accompanying list.

Connectors In Wiring Diagram

4) The sketch of each connector in the wiring diagram usually shows the "A" side of the connector. The relationship between the wire color,

terminal number and connector is described in image.

Connectors With No Terminal Numbers

5) In wiring diagram, connectors which have no terminal number refer to one-pole types. Sketches of these connectors are omitted intentionally.

Ground Points

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NOTE:

A wire which runs in one direction from a connector terminal sometimes may have a different color from that which runs in the other directionfrom that terminal.

Ground Points

Each unit is directly grounded to the body or indirectly grounds through a harness ground terminal. Different symbols are used in the wiring diagram toidentify the two grounding systems.

The ground points shown in the wiring diagram corresponds to the following:GB Body groundGE Engine groundGR Radio groundGD Rear defogger ground
All wiring harnesses are provided with a ground point which should be securely connected.

How to Use Super Multiple Junction

Terminal Arrangement

This "S.M.J." indicated in wiring diagrams is shown in a simplified form.

Installation

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Explanation Of S.M.J Shown In The Wiring Diagram

Tightening Torque:T:4.4 - 7.4 N.m (45-75 kg-cm, 39-65 in-lb)

NOTE:

Align the cutout portion of one connector with that of other before tightening the connecting bolt.Do not tighten the bolt excessively since this may deform the connectors.

How to Use Wiring Diagrams

How To Use Wiring Diagram

A: Relay

A symbol used to indicate a relay.

B: Connector-1

The sketch of the connector indicates the one-pole types.

C: Wiring Connection

Some wiring diagrams are indicated in foldouts for convenience. Wiring destinations are indicated where necessary by corresponding symbols

D: Fuse No. & Rating

The "FUSE No. & RATING" corresponds that used in the fuse box (main fuse box, and joint box).

E: Connector-2

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1. Each connector is indicated by a symbol.2. Each terminal number is indicated in the corresponding wiring diagram in an abbreviated form.3. For example, terminal number "C2" corresponds to No. 2 terminal of connector (C:F41) shown in the connector sketch.

F: Connector Sketch

1. Each connector sketch clearly identifies the shape and color of a connector as well as terminal locations. Non-colored connectors are indicated

in natural color.

2. When more than two types of connector number are indicated in a connector sketch, it means that the same type connectors are used.

G: Ground

Each grounding point can be located easily by referring to the corresponding wiring harness.

H: Diode

A symbol is used to indicate a diode.

I: Wire Tracing On Extended Wiring Diagrams

For a wiring diagram extending over at least two pages, a symbol (consisting of the same characters with arrows), as shown below, facilitates wiretracing from one image to the next.
A<-->A, B<-->B

J: Symbols Of Wire Connection And Crossing

Symbol Refers to wires which are connected and branched at the "dot" point.Symbol Refers to wires which are crossed but not connected.

K: Power Supply Routing

A symbol is used to indicate the power supply in each wiring diagram."MB-5", "MB-6", etc., which are used as power supply symbols throughout the text, correspond with those shown in the POWER SUPPLYROUTING in the wiring diagram.Accordingly, using the POWER SUPPLY ROUTING and wiring diagrams permits service personnel to understand the entire electricalarrangement of a system.

L: S.M.J.

A symbol is used to indicate the terminal arrangement of the super multiple junction. The S.M.J. is not shown in respective wiring diagrams but isindicated on the next image.

SYMBOLS AND ABBREVIATIONS

A number of symbols and abbreviations are used in each wiring diagram to easily identify parts or circuits.

Relays

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Relays

10) Relays are classified as normally-open or normally-closed.

The normally-closed relay has one or more contacts.The wiring diagram shows the relay mode when the energizing circuit is .OFF

Wire Color Code Identification

The following color codes are used to indicate the colors of the wires used.

..................................................................................................................................................................................................................Color Code Color

L ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... BlueB ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... BlackY ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. YellowG ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... GreenR ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... RedW .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. WhiteBr ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. BrownLg ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Light greenGr ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... GrayP ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... PinkOr ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ OrangeLb .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Light BlueV ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... VioletSA .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Sealed (Inner)SB ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Sealed (Outer)

The wire color code, which consists of two letters (or three letters including Br or Lg), indicates the standard color (base color of the wire covering) byits first letter and the stripe marking by its second letter.

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Exterior Lighting Module: Diagnostic Aids

Basic Diagnostic Procedures

The most important purpose of diagnostics is to determine which part is malfunctioning quickly, to save time and labor.

A. Identification Of Trouble Symptom

Determine what the problem is based on the symptom.

B. Probable Cause Of Trouble

Look at the wiring diagram and check the system's circuit. Then check the switch, relay, fuse, ground, etc.

C. Location And Repair Of Trouble

1) Using the diagnostics narrow down the causes.2) If necessary, use a voltmeter, ohmmeter, etc.3) Before replacing certain component parts (switch, relay, etc.), check the power supply, ground, for open wiring harness, poor connectors, etc.

If no problems are encountered, check the component parts.

D. Confirmation Of System Operation

After repairing, ensure that the system operates properly.

Circuit Continuity Checks

Circuit Continuity Checks

1) Disconnect the battery terminal or connector so there is no voltage between the check points.
Contact the two leads of an ohmmeter to each of the check points.If the circuit has diodes, reverse the two leads and check again.

2) Use an ohmmeter to check for diode continuity.

Circuit Continuity Checks

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When contacting the negative lead to the diode positive side and the positive lead to the negative side, there should be continuity.When contacting the two leads in reverse, there should be no continuity.

3) Symbol "o__o" indicates that continuity exists between two points or terminals. For example, when a switch position is "3", continuity exists
among terminals 1, 3 and 6, as shown in the image.

How to Determine A Short Circuit

Test Lamp Method To Determine A Short-Circuit

1) Test lamp method

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Connect a test lamp (rated at approximately ) in place of the blown fuse and allow current to flow through the circuit. Disconnect oneconnector at a time from the circuit, starting with the one located farthest from the power supply. If the test lamp goes out when a connector isdisconnected, the wiring between that connection and the next connector (farther from the power supply) is shorted.

Ohmmeter Method To Determine A Short-Circuit

2) Ohmmeter method

Disconnect all affected connectors, and check continuity between each connector and ground. When ohmmeter indicates continuity between aparticular connector and ground, that connector is shorted.

How to Determine an Open Circuit

Voltmeter Method To Determine Open Circuit

1) Voltmeter method

ON

An open circuit is determined by measuring the voltage between respective connectors and ground using a voltmeter, starting with the connectorclosest to the power supply. The power supply must be turned so that current flows in the circuit. If voltage is not present between a particularconnector and ground, the circuit between that connector and the previous connector is open.

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Ohmmeter Method To Determine Open Circuit

2) Ohmmeter method

Disconnect all connectors affected, and check continuity in the wiring between adjacent connectors. When the ohmmeter indicates "infinite", the

wiring is open.

Voltage Measurement

Voltage Measurement

1) Using a voltmeter, connect the negative lead to a good ground point or negative battery terminal and the positive lead to the connector or
component terminal.

2) Contact the positive probe of the voltmeter on connector (A).
The voltmeter will indicate a voltage.

3) Shift the positive probe to connector (B). The voltmeter will indicate no voltage.

With test set-up held as it is, turn switch . The voltmeter will indicate a voltage and, at the same time, the light will come on.ON

4) The circuit is in good order. It a problem such as a lamp failing to light occurs, use the procedures outlined above to track down the malfunction.

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Exterior Lighting Module: Electrical Diagrams

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Lighting (Tail Light-Illumination Light-ETC) System Circuit 1

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Lighting (Tail Light-Illumination Light-Etc) System Circuit 2

Fuse/Relay Locations:

For fuse and/or relay locations refer to Starting and Charging / Power and ground Distribution: See: Power and GroundDistribution

For ground locations refer to Vehicle / Locations / Harness: See: Locations/Ground LocationsGround Locations:

For connector locations refer to Vehicle / Locations / Connectors: See: Locations/Connector Locations Connector Locations:

For component locations refer to Vehicle / Locations / Harness: See: Locations/Harness LocationsComponent Locations:

NOTE:

To locate Connectors, Components and/or Grounds using Harness Connector Location diagram(s) use the connector's alphanumeric name [referred to inthe wiring diagram(s)] to identify the apropriate Harness Connector Location diagram. For example, the prefix letter "B" in the connector name "B-38"indicates the location is displayed in the Bulkhead Wiring Harness Connector Location diagram.

Legend:

................................................................................................................................................................................Prefix Harness Connector Diagram

F ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. FrontB .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... Bulkheadi ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... Instrument PanelP ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ Power WindowD ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ DoorR ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Rear