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Preparation For Test - Section 22



Preliminary work: Diagnosis - Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Memory (MSC) - Section 12

Preparation for Test:
1. Review wiring diagrams.
2. All fuses OK,
3. Battery voltage > 11 V,
4. Disconnect battery ground cable prior to connecting or disconnecting any electrical connector to any control module (to prevent the storing of erroneous diagnostic trouble codes),
5. Voltage Supply to control modules and data lines ok.

NOTE: For test measuring purposes, the CAN connection to the following control modules must be connected:
- PSE control module (A37)
- Signal pickup-and activation module (SAM) (N10/1).


Special Tools:






Conventional Tools, Test Equipment
Description Brand, Model, etc
Multimeter 1) Fluke models 23, 83, 85, 87

1) Available through the MBNA Standard Equipment Program