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PINPOINT TEST AH : All The Trailer Lamps Are Inoperative

NOTE: Before beginning diagnostics, visually inspect the trailer tow connector mounted on the bumper for signs of corrosion or damage. Repair or install a new trailer tow connector as required.

  1. AH1 CHECK THE RELAY GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Disconnect: Trailer Tow Parking Lamp Relay.
    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      Trailer Tow Parking Lamp Relay Pin 3
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      Trailer Tow Parking Lamp Relay Pin 1
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    Is the voltage greater than 11 volts? 

    Yes  GO to  AH2.
    No  REPAIR the circuit.
  2. AH2 CHECK THE TRAILER TOW GROUND CIRCUIT FOR CONTINUITY TO GROUND

    • For the 4-pin connector, measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C439-4
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      Ground
    • For the 7-pin connector, measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C4099-2
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      Ground

    Is the resistance less than 3 ohms? 

    Yes  The vehicle is operating correctly. SEND the trailer to an authorized camper/trailer repair facility.
    No  For the 4-pin connector, REPAIR the trailer tow connector ground circuit for an open. For the 7-pin connector, GO to  AH3.
  3. AH3 CHECK THE TRAILER TOW GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

    • Disconnect: Trailer Tow Connector.
    • Measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C4099-2
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      Ground

    Is the resistance less than 3 ohms? 

    Yes  INSTALL a new trailer tow connector. TEST the system for normal operation.
    No  REPAIR the circuit.