Montero V6-3.8L SOHC (2005)
Inspection.
Q: Is the wiring harness between rear light (RH) connector G-12 (terminal 1) and front-ECU connector A-07X (terminal 8) in good condition?
YES: Replace the rear light socket (RH). Verify that the taillight (RH) illuminates normally.
NO: The wiring harness may be damaged or the connector(s) may have loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the
connector. Repair the wiring harness as necessary. Verify that the taillight (RH) illuminates normally.
STEP 38. Check the license plate light bulb.
1. Remove the license plate light bulb.
2. Verify that the license plate light bulb is not damaged or burned out.
Q: Is the license plate light bulb in good condition?
YES: Go to Step 39.
NO: Replace the license plate light bulb. Verify that the license plate light illuminate normally.
STEP 39. Check license plate light assembly connector I-04 for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the
connector.
Q: Is license plate light assembly connector I-04 in good condition?
YES: Go to Step 40.
NO: Repair or replace the damaged component(s). Refer to Harness Connector Inspection. Verify that the license plate lights illuminate normally.
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STEP 40. Check the ground circuit to the license plate light. Test at license plate light assembly connector I-04.
1. Disconnect license plate light assembly connector I-04 and measure the resistance available at the wiring harness side of the connector.
