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Schematic Reference: Headlights/Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Schematics

1

Did you perform the Lighting System Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Lighting Systems

2

  1. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
  2. Turn the headlamp switch to the ON position.

Are the low beam headlamps ON?

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

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Disconnect the headlamp dimmer switch.
  2. Using a test lamp connected to a known good ground, probe the headlamp dimmer switch low beam circuit.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Repair a high resistance or an open in the headlamp low beam circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs and to Connector 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 Turn Signal Multifunction Switch Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.

Did you complete the replacement?

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 2