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Important: Review the Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation and the Interior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions.

Visual/Physical Inspection

    • Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the system. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories in Wiring Systems.
    • Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.
    • Inspect all related ground points for being clean and tight.

Intermittent

Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

    •  Backup Lamps Always On
    •  Backup Lamps Inoperative
    •  Courtesy Lamps Always On
    •  Courtesy Lamps Inoperative
    •  Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Inoperative
    •  Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) On with Park Brake Applied
    •  Dome Lamps Always On
    •  Dome Lamps Inoperative
    •  Hazard Lamps Always On
    •  Hazard Lamps Inoperative
    •  Headlamps Inoperative - Low Beams
    •  Headlamps Inoperative - High Beams
    •  Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp Inoperative
    •  License Lamps Inoperative
    •  Park Lamps Always On
    •  Park Lamps Inoperative
    •  Stop Lamps Inoperative
    •  Turn Signal Lamps and/or Indicators Always On or Flashing
    •  Turn Signal Lamps and/or Indicators Inoperative