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13. Check for continuity between body ground and PCM connector terminal C5.

Is there continuity?

YES - Test the ALT.

NO - Repair open in the wire between the PCM (C5) and the ALT.

14. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
15. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
16. Disconnect PCM connector C (31P).

17. Check for continuity between body ground and PCM connector terminal C5.

Is there continuity?

YES - Repair short in the wire between the PCM (C5) and the ALT.

NO - Substitute a known-good PCM and recheck. If voltage is normal, replace the original PCM.

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