Did you perform the Instrument Cluster System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Instrument Cluster System Check

1. Disconnect the fuel level sender.
2. Place the ignition switch in the RUN position.

Connect 1 red lead of tester J 33431-C to CKT 1589 (PPL/WHT) to wire cavity B.

Connect the other lead to ground.

Set the resistance to 250ohms.

Does the fuel gauge indicate full?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 3

1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position.
2. Disconnect the VCM BLUE C1 connector.
3. Place the ignition switch in the RUN position.

Does the fuel gauge indicate full?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

Replace the fuel level sender. Refer to Fuel Sender Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Instrument Cluster System Check

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1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position.
2. Disconnect the instrument cluster.
3. Connect a DMM J 39200 from the instrument cluster CKT 30 (PPL) cavity B2 to ground.

Is there continuity?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

Replace the vehicle control module (VCM). Refer to VCM Replacement/Programming in Engine Controls.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Instrument Cluster System Check

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Repair the short to ground in CKT 30 (PPL) between the instrument cluster and the VCM.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Instrument Cluster System Check

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Replace the fuel gauge. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Instrument Cluster System Check

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