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Pinpoint Test 1


Flowchart No.1 Symptom Daytime running lights do not illuminate (Canada)

Possible cause
^ Burnt WIPER 20A fuse
^ Damaged DRL resistor
^ Damaged DRL relay
^ Damaged DRL control module
^ Open or short circuit in wiring harness
^ Poor connection of connector

Fuse Location:




DRL Resistor:




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Step 1
Check the WIPER 20A fuse in the fuse block and the DRL resistor 10A fuse.

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Step 2
Measure the resistance between the terminals of the DRL resistor.

Step 3
1. Remove the front side trim.
2. Disconnect the DRL relay connector.

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3. Measure the voltage at terminal E(R/Y) of the DRL relay connector.

Step 4
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.

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2. Measure the voltage at terminal A(L) of the DRL relay connector.

Step 5
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
2. Remove the DRL relay.

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3. Apply battery positive voltage and check for continuity between the relay terminals.
4. If correct, install the DRL relay and go to Step 6.
5. If not as specified, replace the DRL relay.

Step 6
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.

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2. Measure the voltage at terminal C(L) of the DRL control module connector.

Step 7
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
2. Disconnect the DRL control module connector.

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3. Check for continuity between terminal D(G) of the DRL control module connector and terminal B(G) of the DRL relay connector.

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Step 8
Check for continuity between terminal F(B) of the DRL control module connector and ground.

Step 9
1. Release the parking brake.

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2. Check for continuity between terminal A(Y/R) of the DRL control module connector and ground.

Step 10
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
2. Turn the headlight switch on (second position).

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3. Measure the voltage at terminal J(W) of the DRL control module connector.