Amplifier Circuit Malfunction
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the amplifier.
- Test for less than 10 Ω between the ground circuit terminal 5 and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Test for B+ between the battery voltage circuit terminal 8 and ground.
- If less than the specified value, test the circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
- Disconnect the X3 harness connector at the amplifier.
- Radio ON, test for B+ between the signal circuit terminal 8 and ground.
- If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the radio.
- If all circuits test normal, replace the amplifier.