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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Important: Use the J 35616-A Connector Test Adapter Kit whenever a diagnostic procedure requires inspection or probing a terminal. Use the adapter in order to ensure that no damage to the terminal may occur. This will also ensure that the contact tension is sufficient. If the contact tension seems incorrect, refer to Checking Terminal Contact.

Important: In order to avoid misdiagnosis, ensure that you zero the J 39200 before taking measurements.

1

Did you perform the Instrument Cluster Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

2

Is the LOW COOLANT level OK?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 3

3

Fill the coolant reservoir to proper level.

Is the low coolant level indicator illuminated?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

4

  1. Connect a scan tool.
  2. Perform a Coolant Gauge Sweep in Output Control.

Does the low coolant level indicator toggle on and off?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 9

5

  1. Disconnect the low coolant level indicator module connector.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.

Is the LOW COOLANT indicator on?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 7

6

  1. Turn the ignition key to the off position.
  2. Using a DMM, test terminal B circuit 68 (YEL/BLK) for a short to ground.

Is the specified value present?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

7

  1. Replace the engine coolant level indicator module. Refer to Coolant Level Module Replacement in Engine Cooling .
  2. Inspect the system.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

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8

  1. Repair the short to ground in circuit 68 between the instrument cluster harness connector terminal B6 and the engine coolant level indicator module terminal B.
  2. Inspect the system.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

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9

  1. Replace the instrument cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .
  2. Inspect the system.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

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