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Door Open Switch Test - Front

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  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the inoperative driver door lock assembly.
  2. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the appropriate low reference circuit terminal listed below and B+.
    • Left Front Door Lock terminal 4
    • Right Front Door Lock terminal 1
    • If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the door control module
  3. Ignition ON, verify the appropriate scan tool Door Switch Door Open Sw. parameter is Inactive.
    • If not the specified value, test the appropriate signal circuit listed below for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the appropriate door control module.
    • Left Front Door Lock terminal 1
    • Right Front Door Lock terminal 4
  4. Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the appropriate signal circuit terminal listed below and ground. Verify the appropriate scan tool Door Switch Door Open Sw. parameter is Open.
    • Left Front Door Lock terminal 1
    • Right Front Door Lock terminal 4
    • If not the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the door control module.
  5. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the inoperative door lock assembly.