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FCM-Right Highbeam Output Circuit Open

FCM-RIGHT HIGHBEAM OUTPUT CIRCUIT OPEN

FCM - Right Highbeam Output Circuit Open:





WHEN MONITORED
With the ignition on

SET CONDITION
The FCM detects an open condition

POSSIBLE CAUSES
- Right highbeam output circuit open
- Power distribution center
- Front control module

1. INTERMITTENT CONDITION




Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIII(R), clear all FCM DTC's.
Actuate the Highbeam headlamps.
With the DRBIII(R), read the DTC information.

Q: Does the DRBIII(R) read: Right Highbeam Output Circuit Open?

YES: Go To 2
NO: The condition that caused the symptom is currently not present. Inspect the related wiring for a possible intermittent condition. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Body Verification Test

2. RIGHT HIGHBEAM OUTPUT CIRCUIT OPEN




Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the IPM C7 harness connector
Measure the resistance of the Right Highbeam Output circuit.

Q: Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms?

YES: Repair the Right Highbeam Output circuit for an open. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Body Verification Test
NO: Go To 3

3. FRONT CONTROL MODULE
Turn the ignition off
Disconnect the FCM from the IPM.
Disconnect the IPM C7 harness connector.
Measure the resistance of the Right Highbeam Output circuit.

Q: Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms?

YES:Replace the Power Distribution Center. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Body Verification Test
NO: Replace the Front Control Module. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Body Verification Test