Pinpoint Test N: One Turn Signal/Hazard Lamp Is Inoperative/Always On
Turn Signal and Hazard Lamps
Pinpoint Test N: One Turn Signal/Hazard Lamp Is Inoperative/Always On
Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 90, Turn Signal/Stop/Hazard Lamps for schematic and connector information [1][2]Diagrams By Number.
Normal Operation
When the Smart Junction Box (SJB) detects the multifunction switch is in the LH TURN position, the SJB (Smart Junction Box) provides voltage to the LH front turn lamp. When the SJB (Smart Junction Box) detects the multifunction switch is in the RH TURN position, the SJB (Smart Junction Box) provides voltage to the RH front turn lamp. The rear turn lamps are controlled utilizing the rear stoplamp circuitry.
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Bulb holder
- SJB (Smart Junction Box)
PINPOINT TEST N : ONE TURN SIGNAL/HAZARD LAMP IS INOPERATIVE/ALWAYS ON
NOTICE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
N1 DETERMINE IF A TURN LAMP IS ALWAYS ON
- Ignition ON.
- Monitor the turn lamps.
Is either front turn lamp always on?
Yes
GO to N2.
No
GO to N3.
N2 CHECK THE SJB (Smart Junction Box) TURN LAMP OUTPUT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: SJB (Smart Junction Box) C2280F.
- Ignition ON.
Does the front turn lamp in question continue to illuminate?
Yes
REPAIR circuit CLS21 (BU/GN) (LH front turn lamp) or circuit CLS25 (YE/VT) (RH front turn lamp) for a short to voltage. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
No
GO to N9.
N3 USE THE RECORDED DTCs FROM THE SJB (Smart Junction Box) SELF-TEST
- Check the recorded results from the SJB (Smart Junction Box) on-demand self-test.
Was DTC B2A27 or DTC B2A29 present?
Yes
GO to N6.
No
GO to N4.
N4 CHECK THE BULB HOLDER FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Disconnect: Inoperative Front Turn Lamp.
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: SJB (Smart Junction Box) Self-Test.
- Clear the DTCs and repeat the self-test (required to enable the turn lamp output driver if DTC B106E is present)
- Activate the hazard flasher lamp function.
- Measure the voltage between the LH front turn lamp C1023-3, circuit CLS21 (BU/GN), harness side and ground; or between the RH front turn lamp C1043-3, circuit CLS25 (YE/VT), harness side and ground.
Does the voltage alternate from 0 volts to greater than 10 volts?
Yes
INSTALL a new bulb holder. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
GO to N5.
N5 CHECK THE SJB (Smart Junction Box) TURN LAMP OUTPUT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Turn the hazard lamps off.
- Disconnect: SJB (Smart Junction Box) C2280F.
- Measure the resistance between the LH front turn lamp C1023-3, circuit CLS21 (BU/GN), harness side and ground; or between the RH front turn lamp C1043-3, circuit CLS21 (BU/GN), harness side and ground.
Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
Yes
GO to N9.
No
REPAIR circuit CLS21 (BU/GN) (LH turn) or circuit CLS25 (YE/VT) (RH turn) for a short to ground. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test
After the repair:
If no DTCs are present, TEST the system for normal operation
If DTC B106E is present, CLEAR the DTCs and REPEAT the self-test (required to enable the turn lamp output driver if DTC B106E is present). TEST the system for normal operation.
If DTC B106F is present, INSTALL a new SJB SJB (Smart Junction Box). TEST the system for normal operation.
N6 CHECK FOR VOLTAGE TO THE FRONT TURN LAMP
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: Inoperative Front Turn Lamp.
- Ignition ON.
- Turn the hazard lamps on.
- Measure the voltage between the LH front turn lamp C1023-3, circuit CLS21 (BU/GN), harness side and ground; or between the RH front turn lamp C1043-3, circuit CLS25 (YE/VT), harness side and ground.
Does the voltage alternate from 0 volts to greater than 10 volts?
Yes
GO to N7.
No
GO to N8.
N7 CHECK FOR VOLTAGE TO THE FRONT TURN LAMP USING THE CONNECTOR GROUND
- Measure the voltage between the LH front turn lamp C1023-3, circuit CLS21 (BU/GN), harness side and the LH front turn lamp C1023-1, circuit GD129 (BK/YE) harness side; or between the RH front turn lamp C1043-3, circuit CLS25 (YE/VT), harness side and the RH front turn lamp C1043-1, circuit GD129 (BK/YE) harness side.
Does the voltage alternate from 0 volts to greater than 10 volts?
Yes
INSTALL a new bulb holder. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
No
REPAIR circuit GD129 (BK/YE) for an open. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
N8 CHECK THE SJB (Smart Junction Box) TURN LAMP OUTPUT CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
- Turn the hazard lamps off.
- Disconnect: SJB (Smart Junction Box) C2280F.
- Measure the resistance between the LH front turn lamp C1023-3, circuit CLS21 (BU/GN), harness side and the SJB (Smart Junction Box) C2280F-21, circuit CLS21 (BU/GN), harness side; or between the RH front turn lamp C1043-3, circuit CLS21 (BU/GN), harness side and the SJB (Smart Junction Box) C2280F-23, circuit CLS25 (YE/VT), harness side.
Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes
GO to N9.
No
REPAIR circuit CLS21 (BU/GN) (LH turn) or circuit CLS25 (YE/VT) (RH turn) for an open. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test
N9 CHECK FOR CORRECT SJB (Smart Junction Box) OPERATION
- Disconnect all the SJB (Smart Junction Box) connectors.
- Check for:
- corrosion
- damaged pins
- pushed-out pins
- Connect all the SJB (Smart Junction Box) connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
Is the concern still present?
Yes
INSTALL a new SJB (Smart Junction Box). TEST the system for normal operation.
No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.