Telescoping Wheel Indicator Inoperative

*TELESCOPING WHEEL INDICATOR INOPERATIVE

Telescoping Wheel Indicator Inoperative:

POSSIBLE CAUSES
- Indicator circuit open
- Switch malfunction
- Indicator lamp
- Instrument cluster

DIAGNOSTIC TEST

1. INSPECT THE TELESCOPING WHEEL INDICATOR LAMP

NOTE: The Telescoping Wheel Indicator circuit is hardwired to the Telescopic Steering Switch. If replacement is necessary, the Switch and harness are replaced together.

Turn the ignition off.
Remove the Telescoping Wheel Indicator Lamp from the Instrument Cluster and inspect the lamp for an open filament.

Q: Is the lamp filament open?

YES: Replace the Telescoping Wheel Indicator Lamp.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Body Verification Test
NO: Go to 2

2. MEASURE TELESCOPING WHEEL INDICATOR CIRCUIT RESISTANCE





With the ignition off.
Disconnect the Instrument Cluster C2 harness connector.

NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.

With the Telescopic Steering Switch depressed, measure the resistance between ground and the Telescoping Wheel Indicator circuit.

Q: Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?

YES: Replace the Instrument Cluster.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Body Verification Test
NO: Replace the Telescopic Steering Switch.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Body Verification Test