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Inspection Procedure 4

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 4: More Than Two ACD Mode Indicator Lights Remain Lit Even After The Engine Is Started.

ACD MODE INDICATOR LIGHT SYSTEM CIRCUIT
Refer to Inspection Procedure 3: The ACD Mode Indicator Light Does Not Light Up When the Ignition Switch Is Turned on (Engine Is Stopped). Inspection Procedure 3

CIRCUIT OPERATION
Refer to Inspection Procedure 3: The ACD Mode Indicator Light Does Not Light Up When the Ignition Switch Is Turned on (Engine Is Stopped). Inspection Procedure 3

COMMENT
The output circuit of the ACD mode indicator light may be faulty.

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS (THE MOST LIKELY CAUSES FOR THIS CONDITION:)
^ Damaged harness and connector
^ Malfunction of the ACD mode indicator light assembly
^ Malfunction of the AWD-ECU

DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check the ACD mode indicator light illumination.





1) Disconnect the AWD-ECU connector C-138.
2) Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
3) The ACD mode indicator light does not illuminate.
4) Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (OFF) position.
Q: Is the ACD mode indicator light not illuminate?
YES: Replace the AWD-ECU.
NO: Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Check combination meter connector C-01, intermediate connector C-137 and AWD-ECU connector C-138 for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector.











Q: Are the connectors and terminals in good condition?
YES: Go to Step 3.
NO: Repair or replace the damaged components.

STEP 3. Check the harness for open circuit short circuit between combination meter connector C-01 (terminals 10, 14, 15) and AWD-ECU connector C-138 (terminals 40, 52, 51).








Q: Is the harness wire in good condition?
YES: Replace the ACD mode indicator light assembly.
NO: Repair or replace the harness wire.