Main Light Switch Inspection
- Remove the multifunction switch. See
STEERING COLUMN MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH
.
- Inspect for continuity between the main light switch terminals using an ohmmeter.
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| Circuit to test |
Connect self-powered test light or ohmmeter to terminals |
Move switch to these positions |
A good switch will indicate |
| Turn signal |
6 and 7 |
Left turn |
Open circuit |
| 8 and 7 |
Left turn |
Closed circuit |
| 8 and 7 |
Right turn |
Open circuit |
| 6 and 7 |
Right turn |
Closed circuit |
| Headlamps |
13 and 10 |
Autolamps |
Open circuit |
| Off |
Open circuit |
| Park |
Open circuit |
| Head |
Closed circuit |
| Park lamps |
12 and 10 |
Autolamps |
Open circuit |
| Off |
Open circuit |
| Park |
Closed circuit |
| Head |
Closed circuit |
| Autolamps |
14 and 10 |
Autolamps |
Closed circuit |
| Off |
Open circuit |
| Park |
Open circuit |
| Head |
Open circuit |
| High beam |
2 and 10 |
High beam |
Closed circuit |
| Flash-to-pass |
Closed circuit |
| Low beam |
Open circuit |
| Flash-to-pass |
1 and 10 |
High beam |
Open circuit |
| Flash-to-pass |
Closed circuit |
| Low beam |
Open circuit. |
- If not as specified, replace the main light switch.