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Schematic Reference: Head Up Display Schematics

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Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

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  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Adjust the head-up display (HUD) dimmer switch to full intensity, then back to full dim.

Does the HUD dim properly?

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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

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  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the HUD module.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Connect a test lamp between the dimming control circuit and a good ground.
  5. Adjust the HUD to full intensity, then back to full dim.

Does the test lamp go from full intensity then dim?

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Test the dimming signal circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the HUD switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the HUD. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Replace the HUD switch. Refer to Head Up Display Switch Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Replace the HUD module. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

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