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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Schematic Reference: Headlights Schematics

1

Did you perform the Lighting Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Lighting Systems

2

Verify the fault is present.

Does the system operate normally?

Go to Testing for Electrical Intermittents in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Turn the headlamp switch to the ON position.
  2. Disconnect the headlamp dimmer switch connector C201C.
  3. Connect a fused jumper wire between the headlamp dimmer switch output circuit of connector C201C to a good ground.

Do the low beams illuminate?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Repair the open in the headlamp dimmer switch output circuit between the engine wiring harness junction block and the dimmer switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 6

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5

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

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 6

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6

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3