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The VTM-4 Indicator Does Not Come on

The VTM-4 indicator does not come on
1. Do the gauge control module self-diagnosis function.

Is the gauge control module OK?

YES - Go to step 2.

NO - Go to the gauge control module input test and check for an open or short in the power and ground.

2. Disconnect the VTM-4 control unit connectors A (22P) and B (12P).
3. Connect the No. 14 terminal of the VTM-4 control unit connector A (22P) and No. 11 terminal of the VTM-4 control unit connector B (12P) to body ground with jumper wires.





4. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
5. Watch the VTM-4 indicator.

Does the VTM-4 indicator come on?

YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the VTM-4 control unit connectors. If the connections are OK, replace the VTM-4 control unit.

NO - Go to step 6.

6. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
7. Disconnect gauge control module connector A (30P).
8. Connect the No. 3 terminal of the gauge control module connector C (20P) to body ground with a jumper wire.





9. Check for continuity between the No. 14 terminal of the VTM-4 control unit connector A (22P) and body ground, and the No. 11 terminal of the VTM-4 control unit connector B (12P) and body ground.





Is there continuity?

YES - Substitute a known-good gauge control module and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away with the known-good gauge control module, replace the original gauge control module.

NO - Repair open in the wire between the gauge control module (C3) and the VTM-4 control unit.