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Pinpoint Test I: An Individual Demand Lamp Is Inoperative




Interior Lighting

Pinpoint Test I: An Individual Demand Lamp Is Inoperative

Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 89 (Fusion/Milan/MKZ, Fusion Hybrid, Milan Hybrid, MKZ Hybrid), Interior Lamps for schematic and connector information. Diagrams By Number

Normal Operation

The Smart Junction Box (SJB) supplies voltage to the demand lamps. The demand lamps are grounded through one circuit. The glove compartment lamp (MKZ only) is case grounded.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Demand lamp


PINPOINT TEST I: AN INDIVIDUAL DEMAND LAMP IS INOPERATIVE

NOTICE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.

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I1 CHECK FOR VOLTAGE TO THE DEMAND LAMP

- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: Suspect Demand Lamp .
- Ignition ON.
- Measure the voltage between the suspect demand lamp, harness side and ground as follows:









- Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?

Yes
GO to I2.

No
REPAIR the circuit in question. TEST the system for normal operation.

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I2 CHECK FOR VOLTAGE TO THE DEMAND LAMP USING THE CONNECTOR GROUND

- Measure the voltage between the inoperative demand lamp, harness side and ground as follows:









- Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?

Yes
INSTALL a new demand lamp for the suspect lamp. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
REPAIR the circuit in question. TEST the system for normal operation.

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