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Schematic Reference: Interior Lights Dimming Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Lighting Systems Connector End Views , Computer/Integrating Systems Connector End Views in Computer/Integrating Systems, or Power Door Systems Connector End Views in Doors

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Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

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Verify that the memory/heated switch backlighting is inoperative.

Does the memory/heated switch backlighting operate normally?

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

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Are any other dimmable interior backlighting lamps inoperative?

Go to Interior Backlighting Inoperative

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  1. Place the headlamp switch in the PARK position.
  2. Adjust the instrument panel (I/P) dimmer switch to the full intensity position.
  3. Test for an open, high resistance, or short to voltage in the memory/heated seat switch illumination control circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct a condition?

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 5

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Use a test lamp connected to B+ to backprobe the memory/heated seat switch illumination control circuit terminal at the driver door module (DDM) connector.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

Go to Step 7

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Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the DDM. 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

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Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the memory/heated seat switch. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 9

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Replace the DDM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 10

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Replace the memory/heated seat switch. Refer to Driver Seat Adjuster Memory Switch Replacement in Seats.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 10

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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