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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Action

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1

Did you perform the Lighting Systems Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Lighting Systems

2

  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Turn the twilight delay switch to an ON position.
  3. Turn ON the windshield wipers.

After 6 seconds did the low beam headlamps turn ON?

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

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3

Does the twilight sentinel operate properly?

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Go to Twilight Sentinel Inoperative

4

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With a scan tool observe the lights on with wipers input parameter.
  4. Turn ON and OFF the windshield wipers.

Did the lights on with wipers input turn ON and OFF?

Go to Step 5

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5

Inspect for poor connections at the dash integration module (DIM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 6

6

Replace the dash integration module (DIM). Refer to Dash Integration Module Replacement in Body Control System.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 10

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7

Test the lights on with wipers input circuit for high resistance or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 8

8

Inspect for poor connections at the wiper/washer switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 9

9

Replace the wiper/washer switch. Refer to Multifunction, Turn Signal, and Hazard Switch Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column-Tilt.

Did you complete the replacement?

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10

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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