Prowler V6-3.5L VIN G (2002)
loads, jumpers and adapters. The fixed loads are connected to cables and mounted in a storage case. The cables can be directly connected to some
airbag system connectors. Jumpers are used to convert the load tool cable connectors to the other airbag system connectors. The adapters are
connected to the module harness connector to open shorting clips and protect the connector terminal during testing. When using the load tool
follow all of the safety procedures in the service information for disconnecting airbag system components. Inspect the wiring, connector and
terminals for damage or misalignment. Substitute the airbag load tool in place of a Driver or Passenger Airbag, clockspring, (use a jumper if
needed). Then follow all of the safety procedures in the service information for connecting airbag system components. Read the module active
DTC's. If the module reports NO ACTIVE DTC's the defective component has been removed from the system and should be replaced. If the DTC
is still active, continue this process until all components in the circuit have been tested. Then disconnect the module connector and connect the
matching adapter to the module connector. With all airbags disconnected and the adapter installed the squib wiring can be tested for open and
shorted conditions.
Active Codes
An active trouble code indicates an on-going malfunction. This means the defect is there every time the ACM checks that circuit/function. It is
impossible to erase an active code; active codes are automatically erased by the ACM when the reason for the code has been corrected.
Stored Codes
Airbag codes are continuously stored in the ACM's memory when the ignition is turned OFF with the exception of the Loss of Ignition Run Only
code, which is an active code only.
A stored code indicates there was an active code present at some time. However, the code currently may not be present as an active code, although
another active code could be.
When a trouble code occurs, the AIRBAG warning lamp illuminates for 12 seconds minimum (even if the problem existed for less than 12
seconds). The code is stored, along with the time in minutes that it was active, and the number of times the ignition has been cycled since the
problem was last detected.
The minimum time shown for any code will be one minute, even if the code was actually present for less than one minute. Thus, the time shown
for a code that was present for two minutes 13 seconds would be three minutes.
If a malfunction is detected, a diagnostic trouble code is stored and will remain stored as long as the malfunction exists. When and if the
malfunction ceases to exist the code is stored and an ignition cycle count will be initiated for the code. If the ignition cycle count reaches 100
without reoccurrence of that same malfunction, that diagnostic trouble code is erased and that ignition cycle counter is reset to zero. If the
malfunction reoccurs before the count reaches 100, then the ignition cycle counter will be reset and the diagnostic trouble code will continue to be
a stored code.
If a malfunction is not active while performing a diagnostic test procedure, the active code diagnostic test will not locate the source of the problem.
In this case, the stored code can indicate an area to inspect.
Maintain a safe distance from all airbags while performing the following inspection. If no obvious problems are found, erase the stored code, and
with the ignition "ON", wiggle the wire harness and connectors, rotate the steering wheel from stop to stop. Recheck for codes periodically as you
work through the system. This procedure may uncover a malfunction that is difficult to locate.
AUDIO SYSTEM
There is one audio system available on Prowler. It consists of a corporate RBN radio with a 5 band equalizer and an external six disc CD changer
mounted behind the passenger seat back. The system also incorporates an amplifier located under the passenger seat. The amplifier drives all the
speakers. The speaker locations are: one in each corner of the instrument panel and one in each door. The rear speaker enclosure which is mounted
behind the seats contains 2-3(1/2) inch full range speakers, one on each side of the rear speaker enclosure, and one centrally mounted dual coil
subwoofer.
The speaker enclosure is made of a very thick roto-cast plastic. The enclosure is a two-piece design, it is the housing for a 6(1/2) inch dual voice
coil subwoofer and 2-3(1/2) inch full range speakers. The dual coil feature allows one speaker to handle the left and right channels of a stereo
signal. The subwoofer handles frequencies from approximately 60 to 80 hertz. It is electronically crossed over by circuitry in the amplifier and
also acoustically by the design of the enclosure. The subwoofer is located in a ducted port style of enclosure. The subwoofer is mounted and sealed
into the back part of the enclosure while, the front of the speaker cone works into a ducted port that effectively extends the low range of the
speaker and also increases the efficiency of the system. When completely assembled, the subwoofer is not visible from the outside of the housing.
All of the bass from the woofer exits through the ducted port located at approximately the passengers left shoulder area. Bass is characteristically
non-directional so the physical location of the port is not critical for good bass reproduction. The housing assembly with speakers weighs
approximately 14 pounds.
The amplifier, located under the passenger seat, is an 8 x 40 system. That is, 8 channels at 40 watts each for a total of 320 watts. It is built by
Infinity/Harman audio system. It is turned ON with an ON/OFF signal from the radio and is responsible for driving all speakers and handling the
cross over internally. Internal electronic crossovers allow more efficient splitting of the frequencies without losses associated with passive
crossover systems. The amplifier also has short circuit protection in case of a speaker failure.
The audio system is equipped with an auto volume control feature which allows for automatic audio volume adjustment to compensate for road
and wind noise at vehicle speeds above 20 mph (33 km/h). The auto volume switch is hard wired to the body control module. The body control
