Circuit Description
The sunload sensor assembly is a light sensitive photocell. The instrument panel module (IPM) determines the ambient light based on the voltage from the sunload sensor assembly. The IPM controls the head lamp automatic on/off and delayed off functions.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The IPM is powered.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The sun load sensor voltage is less than 0.09 or greater than 4.75 volts.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
Sets the variable sun load light status to DARK.
The IPM sets a DTC.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
The IPM does not detect a voltage that is less than or greater than the predetermined value during the diagnostic self test.
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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Tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the high voltage range.
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Tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the low voltage range. If the fuse in the jumper opens when you perform this test, the signal circuit is shorted to voltage.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Headlights/Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Schematics Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List in Wiring Systems | ||||
1 | Did you perform the Lighting Systems Diagnostic System Check? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Does the scan tool indicate the voltage is within the specified range? | 0.09-4.75 V | Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems | Go to Step 3 |
Does the scan tool indicate that the Ambient Light data parameter is greater than the specified value? | 4.75 V | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5 | |
Does the scan tool indicate that the Ambient Light Sensor data parameter is less than the specified value? | 0.09 V | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 | |
5 | Test the ambient light sensor signal circuit of the sunload sensor assembly for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 9 |
6 | Test the ambient light sensor signal circuit of the sunload sensor assembly for a short to voltage, a high resistance or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 7 |
7 | Test the sun load sensor low reference circuit for a high resistance or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 9 |
8 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the sun load sensor assembly. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 10 |
9 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the IPM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 11 |
10 | Replace the sun load sensor assembly. Refer to Ambient Light Sensor Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 12 | -- |
11 |
Important:: Perform the setup procedure for the IPM after IPM replacement. Replace the IPM. Refer to Instrument Panel Module Replacement in Body Control System. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 12 | -- |
12 |
Does the DTC reset? | -- | Go to Step 2 | System OK |
