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tow connector.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

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Fuse

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Wiring, terminals or connectors

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Trailer tow parking lamp relay

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Trailer

PINPOINT TEST AA: THE TRAILER PARKING LAMPS ARE INOPERATIVE

NOTICE:  Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the
connector.

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AA1 CHECK FOR VOLTAGE TO THE TRAILER TOW CONNECTOR

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Ignition OFF.

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Disconnect: Trailer Tow C439.

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Place the headlamp switch in the PARKING LAMPS ON position.

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Measure the voltage between the trailer tow C439-3, circuit CAT11 (BN), harness side and ground.

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Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?

Yes

The vehicle is operating correctly. SEND the trailer to an authorized camper/trailer repair facility.

No

GO to AA2.

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AA2 CHECK THE TRAILER TOW PARKING LAMP RELAY

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Disconnect: Trailer Tow Parking Lamp Relay.

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Substitute a known good relay.

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Measure the voltage between the trailer tow C439-3, circuit CAT11 (BN), harness side and ground.

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Is the voltage greater than 10 volts?

Yes

REMOVE the known good relay. INSTALL a new trailer tow parking lamp relay. TEST the system for normal operation.

No

REMOVE the known good relay. GO to AA3.

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AA3 CHECK FOR VOLTAGE TO THE TRAILER TOW PARKING LAMP RELAY COIL

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Place the headlamp switch in the PARKING LAMPS ON position.

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Measure the voltage between the trailer tow parking lamp relay pin 2, circuit CLS30 (VT/WH), BJB face side and ground.

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