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Headlamps Inoperative - Left Low Beam Standard

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the DRL System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

2

Use the scan tool in order to read the Body Control Module (BCM) current trouble codes.

Does the scan tool show any DTCs?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List/Type in Body Control System

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Disconnect the headlamp, LH low beam connector.
  2. Move the headlamp switch to the HEAD position.
  3. Move the multifunction switch to the LOW BEAM position.
  4. Connect a test lamp from the headlamp, LH low beam connector terminal A to ground.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

--

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Locate and repair the open in CKT 712 (YEL) between the headlamp, LH low beam connector and the underhood fuse block.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

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5

Connect a test lamp from the headlamp, LH low beam connector terminal A to terminal B.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 6

6

Locate and repair an open in CKT 525 (YEL) between the headlamp, LH low beam connector and the underhood fuse block.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

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7

Replace the headlamp, LH low beam bulb.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

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Headlamps Inoperative - Left Low Beam Envoy

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the DRL System Check?

--

Go to Step 2

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

2

Connect a test lamp between ground and both exposed test points on the rear of the LT LOW fuse.

Is the fuse open?

--

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Locate and repair the short to ground in CKT 712 (YEL).

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

--

4

  1. Disconnect the left headlamp ballast connector.
  2. Connect a test lamp between ground and CKT 712 (YEL).
  3. Move the headlamp switch to the HEAD position.

Did the test lamp illuminate?

--

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 5

5

Inspect the underhood fuse block connector C4 for damaged or corroded terminals.

Are the terminals damaged or corroded?

--

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 7

6

Clean or repair the terminals as necessary.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

--

7

Inspect for an open in CKT 712 (YEL).

Is the circuit OK?

--

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 8

8

Repair the open in CKT 712 (YEL).

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

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9

Replace the underhood fuse block.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

--

10

  1. Connect the test leads and the test adapters to a J 39200 digital multimeter (DMM).
  2. Connect the leads of the J 39200 DMM together.
  3. Set the J 39200 DMM to the Ohms scale.
  4. Record the resistance value. Subtract this value from all resistance readings. If the meter you are using has a zeroing function, zero the meter.
  5. Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  6. Disconnect the battery cables.
  7. Connect a J 39200 DMM between CKT 150 (BLK) and ground.

Is the resistance less than the specified value?

1 ohms

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

11

Locate and repair the open in CKT 150 (BLK).

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

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12

  1. Replace the LT LOW fuse in the underhood fuse block with a 10A fuse.
  2. Connect a fused jumper with at least a 20A fuse between CKT 712 (YEL) and CKT 150 (BLK).

Did the 10A fuse in the underhood fuse block for the low beam circuit open within 5 seconds?

--

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 13

13

  1. Disconnect the jumper wire immediately.
  2. Locate and repair the high resistance in CKT 712 (YEL).

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

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14

  1. Remove the jumper wire immediately.
  2. Replace the fuse in the underhood fuse block.
  3. Replace the ballast with a known good ballast.
  4. If available, use a ballast from the Parts Department. Otherwise, use the good ballast from the right side of the vehicle.

  5. Move the headlamp switch to the HEAD position.

Does the left headlamp illuminate?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 16

15

Install a known good ballast. Reassemble the vehicle. Refer to High Intensity Discharge Headlamp Ballast Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

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16

Replace the arc tube assembly for the left headlamp. Refer to High Intensity Discharge Headlamp Starter/Arc Tube Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 17

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17

Validate the repair by performing the following procedure (a hot re-strike):

  1. Position a shop light above the ambient light sensor.
  2. Operate the HID headlamps for at least 3 minutes.
  3. Turn the headlamps OFF, then immediately ON.

Do the HID headlamps illuminate and remain lit with a hot re-strike?

--

Go to Daytime Running Lights (DRL) System Check

Go to Step 16