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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Schematic Reference: Exterior Lights Schematics

1

Did you review the Lighting System Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?

Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms - Lighting Systems

2

Verify that the backup lamps are always ON.

Does the system operate normally?

Go to Testing for Electrical Intermittents in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 3

3

Disconnect the backup lamp switch or park neutral position switch.

Did the lamps turn OFF?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Repair the short to voltage in the backup lamp supply voltage circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 6

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5

Replace the backup lamp switch/park neutral position switch. Refer to Park/Neutral Position Switch Replacement or Backup Lamp Switch Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 6

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6

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3