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License Plate Lamp Circuit




LICENSE PLATE LAMP CIRCUIT

Component Function Check


1. CHECK TAIL LAMP (RH) OPERATION

Check that the tail lamp (RH) is turned ON.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES- GO TO 2.
NO- Check tail lamp circuit. Refer to "Component Function Check" Tail Lamp Circuit.

2. CHECK LICENSE PLATE LAMP OPERATION

CONSULT ACTIVE TEST
1.Select "EXTERNAL LAMPS" of IPDM E/R active test item.
2.With operating the lighting switch, check that the license plate lamp is turned ON.
TAIL: License plate lamp ON


Off: License plate lamp OFF
Is the inspection result normal?
YES- License plate lamp circuit is normal.
NO- Refer to "Diagnosis Procedure" .


Diagnosis Procedure


1. CHECK LICENSE PLATE LAMP BULB

Check the applicable lamp bulb.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES- GO TO 2.
NO- Replace bulb.

2. CHECK LICENSE PLATE LAMP OPEN CIRCUIT

1.Turn power switch OFF.
2.Disconnect IPDM E/R connector and license plate lamp connector.
3.Check continuity between IPDM E/R harness connector and license plate lamp harness connector.





Is the inspection result normal?
YES- GO TO 3.
NO- Repair or replace harness.

3. CHECK LICENSE PLATE LAMP GROUND OPEN CIRCUIT

Check continuity between license plate lamp harness connector and ground.





Is the inspection result normal?
YES- Check corresponding bulb socket and harness. Repair or replace if necessary.
NO- Repair or replace harness.