Rear Ceiling Light Test/Replacement

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Turn the light switch OFF.
Carefully pry off the lens (A) with a small screwdriver.
CEILING LIGHT: 8 W

Fig 1: Prying Off Lens With Screwdriver
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Remove the two mounting screws.
Disconnect the 3P connector (B) from the housing (C).
Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.
- There should be continuity between the No. 2 and No. 3 terminals with the switch in the MIDDLE position.
- There should be continuity between the No. 2 and No. 1 terminals with the switch in the ON position.
If the continuity is not as specified, check the bulb (D). If the bulb is OK, replace the light.