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Test C: DEACTIVATOR Switch Circuit (Flash Code 3)

NOTE: After each service or repair procedure has been completed, reconnect all components.
  1. Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Disconnect speed control servo/actuator connector C171. Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Using a voltmeter, measure voltage between speed control servo/actuator connector C171 terminal No. 9 (Black/Yellow wire) and terminal No. 10 (Black wire). If voltage is 10 volts or less, go to next step. If voltage is more than 10 volts, replace speed control servo/actuator.
  2. Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Disconnect deactivator switch connector C102. Switch is located in front of brake master cylinder. Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Connect a jumper wire between deactivator switch connector C102 terminals. Using a voltmeter, check voltage between speed control servo/actuator connector C171 terminals No. 9 (Black/Yellow wire) and 10 (Black wire). If voltage is 10 volts or less, go to next step. If voltage is more than 10 volts, replace deactivator switch.
  3. Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Remove jumper wire. Using an ohmmeter, measure resistance of Black/Yellow wire between speed control servo/actuator connector C171 terminal No. 9 and deactivator switch connector C103. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair Light Green/Red wire between deactivator switch and instrument panel fuse block. If resistance is 5 ohms or more, repair Black/Yellow wire between speed control servo/actuator and deactivator switch.