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Schematic Reference: Exterior Lights Schematics

1

Did you review the Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?

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Go to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation

2

Verify that the stop lamps are always on.

Do the stop lamps operate normally?

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

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3

Disconnect the stoplamp switch.

Do the stop lamps remain illuminated?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 6

4

Disconnect the multifunction turn signal switch and test for a short to voltage in the stop lamp switch signal circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Was a problem found?

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Go to Step 5

5

Replace the multifunction switch turn signal switch. Refer to Multifunction, Turn Signal, and Hazard Switch Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column.

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 8

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6

Adjust or replace the stop lamp switch. Refer Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 8

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7

Repair the short to voltage in the stop lamp switch signal circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

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8

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3