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Circuit/System Testing

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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the relay.
    2. IMPORTANT: This driver may not illuminate some test lamps due to current protection. Connect two lamps in series to reduce current.
  2. Ignition ON, connect two test lamps in series between the positive terminal at the battery and the relay control circuit terminal at the relay connector.
  3. Command the relay ON and OFF with a scan tool. A test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
    • If a test lamp is always ON, test the relay control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
    • If the test lamps are always OFF, test the relay control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  4. Connect a 30A fused jumper wire between the positive voltage terminal at the battery and the fan voltage supply circuit terminal and verify fan activation.
    • If the fan does not activate, test the fan voltage supply circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the fan.
  5. Ignition ON, connect a 30A fused jumper wire between the relay switch voltage supply circuit terminal and the fan voltage supply circuit terminal and verify fan activation.
    • If the fan does not activate, test the relay switch voltage supply circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal and it's fuse is open, test all connected components and replace as necessary.
  6. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the relay coil voltage supply circuit terminal and ground.
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the relay coil voltage supply circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal and its fuse is open, test all connected components and replace as necessary.
  7. If all circuits and the ECM test normal, replace the relay.
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