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Exterior Lighting - Reversing Lamps Focus 2004.75 (07/2004-)
Diagnosis and Testing

Refer to Wiring Diagrams Section 417-01, for schematic and connector information.

Special Tool(s)

Terminal Probe Kit

29-011A

General Equipment
Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS)

Description of operation

A diagnosis of the generic electronic module (GEM) can be performed with WDS. Furthermore, an integrated service mode enables testing of the input and output signals without the need for further tools. To enable activation of service mode:

  • switch off the ignition,
  • switch off all other electrical consumers,
  • apply the handbrake,
  • shift to neutral
  • and close the doors.

Activating the service mode

Proceed as follows to activate the service mode:

  • OPERATE the switch of the heated rear window and HOLD IT THERE
  • Turn on the ignition.
  • RELEASE the switch of the heated rear window

A signal sounds and the turn signal lamps come on to indicate that service mode has been successfully activated.

NOTE:
NOTE:If the alarm is activated (in vehicles fitted with an anti-theft alarm system), service mode cannot be activated.

Inputs

SWITCH the windshield wiper switch to the "Off" position to test the input signals. The following is a list of the switch signals to be tested, in no particular order:

  • Turn signals (right, left, hazard warning lights)
  • Windshield wiper stage I
  • Windshield wiper stage II
  • Windshield washer system
  • Rear window wiper
  • Rear window washer system
  • Doors open/closed
  • Remote control for central locking with double locking
  • Hood open/closed (in vehicles equipped with an anti-theft alarm system)
  • Tailgate open/closed
  • A/C request signal
  • Heated windscreen (if fitted)
  • Parking Brake
  • Brake reservoir fluid level
  • Speed control system
  • Autolamps
  • dipped beam
  • main beam
  • headlamp flasher
  • Marker Lamps
  • Reversing lamp
  • Liftgate release
  • Ignition switch, terminal 15 (turn key to 0 position, then turn key to II position.)

An acoustic signal sounds and the turn signal lamps flash to indicate receipt of each input signal by the generic electronic module.

Test the windshield wiper "intermittent mode" stage input signal (only vehicles with adjustable intermittent mode)

The windshield wiper switch must be switched to "intermittent mode" in order to test the input signal. The delay times of the input signals can then be tested by operating the rotary switch. Each change of the rotary switch position is indicated by an acoustic signal and illumination of the turn signals.

Output signals

SWITCH the wiper switch to the "intermittent"" position to test the output signals. PRESSING the heated rear window switch activates the output signals in the following order:

  • Turn Indicator Left Hand
  • Turn Indicator Right Hand
  • main beam
  • dipped beam
  • Windshield wiper stage I
  • Windshield wiper stage II
  • Heated rear window
  • Heater blower motor
  • Headlamp washer system (vehicles with gas discharge headlamps)
  • Electric booster heater (if fitted)
  • Autolamps (if fitted)
  • Alarm horn (vehicles with alarm system)
  • Rear window wiper
  • Rear heated window relay

When the heated rear window switch is pressed again, the test of the relevant signal is terminated. When the heated rear window switch is pressed once more, the test for the next signal in the list is started.

Ending the service mode

The GEM automatically ends service mode 20 seconds after the last input or at a driving speed of over 7km/h. However, service mode can be manually ended at any time by proceeding as follows:

  • OPERATE the switch of the heated rear window and HOLD IT THERE
  • SWITCH OFF the ignition
  • RELEASE the switch of the heated rear window

3 signals sound and the turn signal lamps illuminate to indicate that service mode has ended.

Reset service mode

If, after completion of service mode, some functions do not operate or do not operate properly, check the following functions:

  • Instrument cluster illumination, side lamps and license plate lamp in autolamps mode
  • Rear wiper
  • Headlamp Washers
  • Electric booster heater
  • Active anti-theft sounder
  • Heated windshield

If one or more of the listed functions is not OK, it's possible that the cause of the fault is due to not exiting service mode properly. To reactivate the functions correctly, perform the following steps:

  1. SWITCH OFF the ignition
  1. SWITCH OFF the switch for the windscreen wash/wipe system
  1. OPERATE the switch of the heated rear window and HOLD IT THERE
  1. Turn on the ignition.
  1. RELEASE the heated rear window switch (an acoustic signal will sound if activation has been performed correctly)
  1. SWITCH the windscreen wash/wipe switch to the "Intermittent wipe" position
  1. OPERATE the heated rear window switch 6 times (the main beam headlamps switch on and off automatically)
  1. SWITCH OFF the switch for the windscreen wash/wipe system
  1. OPERATE the switch of the heated rear window and HOLD IT THERE
  1. SWITCH OFF the ignition
  1. RELEASE the heated rear window switch (three acoustic signals will sound if activation has been performed correctly)

After completion of the work, check all the functions.

Inspection and Verification

NOTE:
NOTE:The generic electronic module (GEM) forms part of the central junction box (CJB).
NOTE:
NOTE:If the generic electronic module (GEM) is changed, the new one must be configured. For this purpose, the vehicle-specific data is read out of the module to be replaced using WDS and is transferred to the new module. REFER to:
Module Configuration (418-01 Module Configuration, General Procedures),
Generic Electronic Module (GEM) (419-10 Multifunction Electronic Modules, Diagnosis and Testing).
NOTE:
NOTE:Before reading out the vehicle-specific data, remake all the electrical connections which were separated in the vehicle, so that communication between the module and WDS is ensured.
  1. Verify the customer concern.
  1. Visually inspect for obvious signs of electrical damage:
NOTE:
NOTE:Ensure correct engagement of the wiring harness connectors.

Visual Inspection

Electrical
  • Fuse(s)
  • Lamp(s)
  • Connector(s)
  • Switch(es)
  • Wiring harness
  1. Resolve any obvious causes or concerns found during the visual inspection before carrying out any further tests.
  1. If the concern persists after the visual inspection, PERFORM a fault diagnosis with WDS and RECTIFY any displayed faults in accordance with the displayed fault description. TEST the system for normal operation.
  1. For vehicles with no stored fault(s), PROCEED in accordance with the Symptom Chart according to the fault symptom.
  1. After testing and resolving the fault, the fault memory of all vehicles should be READ OUT and any stored faults CLEARED. READ OUT all fault memories again after a road test.

Trouble Code Table - Generic Electronic Module (GEM)

Trouble Code Table - Generic Electronic Module (GEM)

DTC Description Action
B1812 Circuit of reversing light switch faulty (short to voltage) GO to Pinpoint Test C.

Symptom Chart

Symptom Chart

Symptom Possible Sources Action
Reversing lamps are inoperative
*
Fuse
*
Circuit(s)
*
Rear lamp cluster(s)
*
Reversing lamp switch
*
Reversing lamp relay
*
Central junction box (CJB)
*
GO to Pinpoint Test A.
One reversing lamp is inoperative (4-door/Cabriolet)
*
Circuit(s)
*
Bulb
*
Left/right-hand rear lamp assembly
*
Left/right-hand tailgate lamp assembly
*
GO to Pinpoint Test B.
The reversing lamps illuminate continuously
*
Circuit(s)
*
Reversing lamp switch
*
Reversing lamp relay
*
Interior mirror with automatic glare adjustment
*
Central junction box (CJB)
*
GO to Pinpoint Test C.

System Checks

NOTE:
NOTE:Use a digital multimeter for all electrical measurements.

PINPOINT TEST A : REVERSING LAMPS ARE INOPERATIVE

TEST CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
A1: DETERMINE THE EQUIPMENT LEVEL OF THE CENTRAL JUNCTION BOX (CJB).
1
Unfasten the CJB and fold it down.

Is the location for connector C100 on the top of the CJB?
Yes
No
A2: CHECK FUSE F141 (10 A) (CJB)
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Fuse F141 (10 A) (CJB).
3
CHECK Fuse F141 (10 A) (CJB).

Is the fuse OK?
Yes
No
RENEW fuse F141 (10 A) (CJB) and CHECK the operation of the system. If the fuse blows again, LOCATE and RECTIFY the short to ground using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
A3: CHECK THE VOLTAGE SUPPLY TO FUSE F141 (10 A) (CJB) FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
1
Connect Fuse F141 (10 A) (CJB).
2
Ignition switch in position II.
3
Measure the voltage between fuse F141 (10 A) (CJB) and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
- Focus ST: GO to A8.
- All other model variants: GO to A6.
No
LOCATE AND RECTIFY the break in the voltage supply to fuse F141 (10 A) (CJB) using the Wiring Diagrams. If necessary RENEW the CJB. TEST the system for normal operation.
A4: CHECK FUSE F84 (10 A) (CJB).
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect fuse F84 (10 A) (CJB).
3
CHECK fuse F84 (10 A) (CJB).

Is the fuse OK?
Yes
No
RENEW fuse F84 (10 A) (CJB) and CHECK the operation of the system. If the fuse blows again, LOCATE and RECTIFY the short to ground using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
A5: CHECK THE VOLTAGE SUPPLY TO FUSE F84 (10 A) (CJB) FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
1
Connect fuse F84 (10 A) (CJB).
2
Ignition switch in position II.
3
Measure the voltage between fuse F84 (10 A) (CJB) and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
- Focus ST: GO to A8.
- All other model variants: GO to A6.
No
LOCATE AND RECTIFY the break in the voltage supply to fuse F84 (10 A) (CJB) using the Wiring Diagrams. If necessary RENEW the CJB. TEST the system for normal operation.
A6: DETERMINE MODEL VERSION
1
Determine the model version.

Does the vehicle have an automatic transmission?
Yes
No
A7: CHECK THE EQUIPMENT LEVEL
1
Compare the following systems with the equipment level of the vehicle:
  • Double locking
  • Footwell lamps
  • Map reading lamps
  • Anti-theft alarm
  • Headlamp switch-off delay

Is the vehicle equipped with one of the above systems?
Yes
Vehicles with high equipment level: GO to A12.
No
Vehicles with low equipment level: GO to A8.
A8: CHECK VOLTAGE SUPPLY TO THE REVERSING LAMP SWITCH FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Reversing lamp switch.
  • MTX/MMT6 transmission: from connector C864
  • IB5/M66 transmission: from connector C866
3
Ignition switch in position II.

4
Measure the voltage between the reversing lamp switch:
  • MTX/MMT6 transmission, vehicles built before 01/2005: Connector C864, pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH), wiring harness side and ground.
  • IB5 transmission: Connector C866, pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH), wiring harness side and ground.

5
MTX/MMT6 transmission, vehicles built from 01/2005: Measure the voltage between the reversing lamp switch, connector C864, pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH), wiring harness side and ground.

6
M66 transmission: Measure the voltage between the reversing lamp switch, connector C866, pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH), wiring harness side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
No
- Vehicles with high equipment level: LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the reversing lamp relay, pin 3 and the reversing lamp switch using the Wiring Diagrams. CHECK the operation of the system.
A9: CHECK CIRCUIT 15-LG28(A) (GN/WH) BETWEEN THE CJB AND THE REVERSING LAMP SWITCH FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect CJB from connector C96.

3
Measure the resistance between CJB:
  • MTX/MMT6 transmission, vehicles built before 01/2005: Connector C96, pin 33, circuit 15-LG28A (GN/WH), wiring harness side and the reversing lamp switch, connector C864, pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH), wiring harness side.
  • IB5 transmission: Connector C96, pin 33, circuit 15-LG28A (GN/WH), wiring harness side and the reversing lamp switch, connector C866, pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH), wiring harness side.

4
MTX/MMT6 transmission, vehicles built from 01/2005: Measure the resistance between the CJB, connector C96, pin 33, circuit 15-LG28A (GN/WH), wiring harness side and the reversing lamp switch, connector C864, pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH), wiring harness side.

5
M66 transmission: Measure the resistance between the CJB, connector C96, pin 33, circuit 15-LG28A (GN/WH), wiring harness side and the reversing lamp switch, connector C866, pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH), wiring harness side and ground.

Is a resistance of less than 2 Ohms registered?
Yes
RENEW the CJB. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
Vehicles with low equipment level or vehicles with M66 transmission: LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the CJB and the reversing lamp switch with the aid of the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
A10: CHECK THE REVERSING LAMP SWITCH
1
Ignition switch in position 0.

2
Fused bridging cable (10A) at the reversing lamp switch
  • MTX/MMT6 transmission, vehicles built before 01/2005: Bridge connector C864 between pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH) and pin 1, circuit 15S-LG9 (GN/BK), wiring harness side.
  • IB5 transmission: Bridge connector C866 between pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH) and pin 1, circuit 15S-LG9 (GN/BK), wiring harness side.

3
MTX/MMT6 transmission, vehicles built from 01/2005: Connect a fused bridging cable (10 A) at the reversing lamp switch, connector C864 between pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH) and pin 1, circuit 15S-LG9 (GN/BK), wiring harness side.

4
M66 transmission: Connect a fused bridging cable (10 A) at the reversing lamp switch, connector C866 between pin 2, circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH) and pin 1, circuit 15S-LG9 (GN/BK), wiring harness side.
5
Ignition switch in position II.
6
CHECK the operation of the reversing lamps.

Do the reversing lamps illuminate?
Yes
INSTALL A NEW reversing lamp switch. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
- Vehicles with high equipment level: GO to A11.
- Vehicles with low equipment level or vehicles with M66 transmission: GO to A17.
A11: CHECK CIRCUIT 15S-LG9 (GN/BK) FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
NOTE:
NOTE:All model variants: The fused jumper lead used in the previous test step is still connected to the reversing lamp switch.

1
Measure the voltage between the reversing lamp relay, socket C1003, pin 5, circuit 15S-LG46 (GN/OG) and circuit 15S-LG9 (GN/BK), BJB side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the reversing lamp switch and the reversing lamp relay using the Wiring Diagrams. CHECK the operation of the system.
A12: CHECK THE VOLTAGE AT THE POWER CIRCUIT OF THE REVERSING LAMP RELAY
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Only vehicles with automatic transmission: Reversing lamp relay from socket C1003.
3
Ignition switch in position II.

4
Measure the voltage between the reversing lamp relay, socket C1003, pin 3, circuit 15-LG46 (GN/OG) and 15-LG28 (GN/WH), BJB side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
- Automatic Transmission: GO to A14.
- Manual transmission, vehicles with high equipment level: GO to A8.
No
A13: CHECK CIRCUIT 15-LG46 (GN/OG) BETWEEN THE CJB AND THE REVERSING LAMP RELAY FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect CJB from connector C96.

3
Measure the resistance between the CJB, connector C96, pin 33, circuit 15-LG46 (GN/OG), wiring harness side and the backup lamp relay, socket C1003, pin 3, circuit 15-LG46 (GN/OG) and 15-LG28 (GN/WH), BJB side.

Is a resistance of less than 2 Ohms registered?
Yes
RENEW the CJB. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the CJB and the reversing lamp relay with the aid of the Wiring Diagrams. CHECK the operation of the system.
A14: CHECK THE VOLTAGE AT THE CONTROL CIRCUIT OF THE REVERSING LAMP RELAY

1
Measure the voltage between the reversing lamp relay, socket C1003, pin 1, circuit 15-LG45 (GN/BK), BJB side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between soldered connection S164 and the reversing lamp relay using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
A15: CHECK THE REVERSING LAMP RELAY
1
Ignition switch in position 0.

2
Connect a fused jumper wire (10 A) at the reversing lamp relay, socket C1003, between pin 3, circuit 15-LG46 (GN/OG) and circuit 15-LG28 (GN/WH), and pin 5, circuit 15S-LG46 (GN/OG) and circuit 15S-LG9 (GN/BK), BJB side.
3
Ignition switch in position II.
4
CHECK the operation of the reversing lamps.

Do the reversing lamps illuminate?
Yes
No
A16: CHECK THE CONTROL CIRCUIT 91S-LG45 (BK/GN) OF THE REVERSING LAMP RELAY FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Transmission control unit (TCU).
  • Vehicles with automatic transmission (CFT23): from connector C812
  • Vehicles with 4-speed automatic transmission: from connector C414

3
Measure the resistance between the reversing lamp relay, socket C1003, pin 2, circuit 91S-LG45 (BK/GN), BJB side and:
  • Vehicles with automatic transmission (CFT23): Transmission control unit (TCU), connector C812, pin 15, circuit 91S-LG45 (BK/GN), wiring harness side.
  • Vehicles with 4-speed automatic transmission: Transmission control unit (TCU), connector C414, pin 67, circuit 91S-LG45 (BK/GN), wiring harness side.

Is a resistance of less than 2 Ohms registered?
Yes
- Vehicles with automatic transmission (CFT23): CHECK the reversing lamp relay according to the component test at the end of this section and RENEW as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation. If the relay is OK:
REFER to: Diagnose (307-01 Automatikgetriebe - Fahrzeuge ausgestattet mit Automatikgetriebe (CFT23), Diagnosis and Testing).
- Vehicles with 4-speed automatic transmission: CHECK the reversing lamp relay according to the component test at the end of this section and RENEW as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation. If the relay is OK: REFER to: (307-01 Automatikgetriebe - Fahrzeuge ausgestattet mit 4-Gang Automatikgetriebe (4F27E))
Fehlercode-Tabelle (Diagnosis and Testing),
Diagnose nach Symptomen (Diagnosis and Testing).
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the reversing lamp relay and the transmission control unit using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
A17: CHECK FOR OPEN CIRCUIT IN 15S-LG9(A) (GN/BK), OR 15S-LG46 (GN/OG)
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect CJB from connector C96.

3
Measure the resistance between:
  • Manual transmission, vehicles with low equipment level, vehicles built before 01/2005: Reversing lamp switch, connector C864, between pin 1, circuit 15S-LG9 (GN/BK) and the CJB, connector C96, pin 25, circuit 15S-LG9(A) (GN/BK), wiring harness side.
  • Manual transmission, vehicles with low equipment level: Reversing lamp switch, connector C866, between pin 1, circuit 15S-LG9 (GN/BK) and the CJB, connector C96, pin 25, circuit 15S-LG9(A) (GN/BK), wiring harness side.
  • Manual transmission, vehicles with high equipment level: Reversing lamp relay, socket C1003, between pin 5, circuit 15S-LG46 (GN/OG)/15S-LG9 (GN/BK), BJB side and CJB, connector C96, pin 25, circuit 15S-LG46 (GN/OG), wiring harness side.
  • Automatic Transmission: Reversing lamp relay, socket C1003, between pin 5, circuit 15S-LG46 (GN/OG)/15S-LG9 (GN/BK), BJB side and CJB, connector C96, pin 25, circuit 15S-LG46 (GN/OG), wiring harness side.

4
Manual transmission, vehicles with low equipment level, vehicles built from 01/2005:
  • Measure the resistance between the reversing lamp switch, connector C864, between pin 1, circuit 15S-LG9 (GN/BK) and the CJB, connector C96, pin 25, circuit 15S-LG9(A) (GN/BK), wiring harness side.

5
Vehicles with M66 transmission: Measure the resistance between the reversing lamp switch, connector C866, between pin 1, circuit 15S-LG9 (GN/BK) and the CJB, connector C96, pin 25, circuit 15S-LG9 (GN/BK), wiring harness side.

Is a resistance of less than 2 Ohms registered?
Yes
No
- Manual transmission, vehicles with low equipment level or vehicles with M66 transmission: LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the reversing lamp switch and the CJB using the Wiring Diagrams. CHECK the operation of the system.
- Manual transmission, vehicles with high equipment level: LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the reversing lamp relay and the CJB using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
- Automatic Transmission: LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the reversing lamp relay and the CJB using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
A18: CHECK THE CIRCUIT IN THE CJB FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
1
Disconnect CJB from connector C100.
2
Connect CJB to connector C96.
3
Connect Vehicles with automatic transmission Reversing lamp relay to socket C1003.
4
Connect Vehicles without automatic transmission: Reversing lamp switch.
  • MTX/MMT6 transmission: to connector C864
  • IB5/M66 transmission: to connector C866
5
Ignition switch in position II.
6
Engage reverse gear.

7
Measure voltage between CJB, connector C100, pin 1, CJB side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
- 3-door and 5-door versions: GO to A21.
- 4-door: LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the CJB, connector C100 and soldered connection S172 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
- Cabriolet: LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the CJB, connector C100 and soldered connection S2011 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
- Wagon: GO to A19.
No
RENEW the CJB. CHECK the operation of the system.
A19: CHECK THE POWER SUPPLY TO THE REVERSING LAMPS FOR OPEN CIRCUIT (ESTATE)
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Rear lamp assembly.
  • LHD: Without trailer hitch: right from connector C477
  • LHD: With trailer hitch: right from connector C2037
  • RHD: Without trailer hitch: left from connector C476
  • RHD: With trailer hitch: left from connector C2035
3
Ignition switch in position II.

4
Measure the voltage between the rear lamp assembly:
  • LHD: Without trailer hitch: right, connector C477, pin 2, circuit 15S-LG16A (GN/OG), wiring harness side and ground.
  • LHD: With trailer hitch: right, connector C2037, pin 2, circuit 15S-LG16A (GN), wiring harness side and ground.
  • RHD: Without trailer hitch: left, connector C476, pin 2, circuit 15S-LG9B (GN/BK), wiring harness side and ground.
  • RHD: With trailer hitch: left, connector C2035, pin 2, circuit 15S-LG16A (GN), wiring harness side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the rear lamp assembly and the CJB using the Wiring Diagrams. CHECK the operation of the system.
A20: CHECK THE GROUND CONNECTION TO THE REAR LAMP ASSEMBLY FOR OPEN CIRCUIT (ESTATE)
1
Ignition switch in position 0.

2
Measure the resistance between the rear lamp assembly:
  • LHD: Without trailer hitch: right, connector C477, pin 3, circuit 31-LF24A (BK), wiring harness side and ground.
  • LHD: With trailer hitch: right, connector C2037, pin 3, circuit 31-LF24A (GN), wiring harness side and ground.
  • RHD: Without trailer hitch: left, connector C476, pin 3, circuit 31-LF23 (BK), wiring harness side and ground.
  • RHD: With trailer hitch: left, connector C2035, pin 3, circuit 31-LF23 (GN), wiring harness side and ground.

Is a resistance of less than 2 Ohms registered?
Yes
CHECK and if necessary RENEW the rear lamp assembly. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
- LHD: LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the right-hand rear lamp assembly and soldered connection S199 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
- RHD: LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the left-hand rear lamp assembly and ground connection G77 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
A21: CHECK THE POWER SUPPLY TO THE REVERSING LAMP FOR OPEN CIRCUIT (3/5-DOOR VERSIONS).
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Rear lamp assembly.
  • LHD: Without trailer hitch: right from connector C430
  • LHD: With trailer hitch: right from connector C2024
  • RHD: Without trailer hitch: left from connector C434
  • RHD: With trailer hitch: left from connector C2025
3
Ignition switch in position II.

4
Measure the voltage between the rear lamp assembly:
  • LHD: Without trailer hitch: right, connector C430, pin 1, circuit 15S-LG16(A) (GN/OG), wiring harness side and ground.
  • LHD: With trailer hitch: right, connector C2024, pin 1, circuit (WH/BK), wiring harness side and ground.
  • RHD: Without trailer hitch: left, connector C434, pin 1, circuit 15S-LD6(A) (GN/YE), wiring harness side and ground.
  • RHD: With trailer hitch: left, connector C2025, pin 1, circuit (VT/YE), wiring harness side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the rear lamp assembly and the CJB using the Wiring Diagrams. CHECK the operation of the system.
A22: CHECK THE GROUND CONNECTION TO THE REVERSING LAMP FOR OPEN CIRCUIT (3/5-DOOR VERSIONS).
1
Ignition switch in position 0.

2
Measure the resistance between the rear lamp assembly:
  • LHD: Without trailer hitch: right, connector C430, pin 2, circuit 31-LD6 (BK), wiring harness side and ground.
  • LHD: With trailer hitch: right, connector C2024, pin 2, circuit (GN), wiring harness side and ground.
  • RHD: Without trailer hitch: left, connector C434, pin 2, circuit 31-LG16 (BK), wiring harness side and ground.
  • RHD: With trailer hitch: left, connector C2025, pin 2, circuit (GN), wiring harness side and ground.

Is a resistance of less than 2 Ohms registered?
Yes
CHECK and if necessary RENEW the rear lamp assembly. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the rear lamp assembly and soldered connection S199 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.

PINPOINT TEST B : ONE REVERSING LAMP IS INOPERATIVE (4-DOOR/CABRIOLET)

TEST CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
B1: DETERMINE INOPERATIVE LAMP.
1
Ignition switch in position II.
2
Engage reverse gear.
3
CHECK the reversing lamps.

Is the left-hand back-up lamp inoperative?
Yes
- 4-door model: GO to B2.
- Cabriolet: GO to B6.
No
- 4-door: Right-hand backup lamp inoperative: GO to B4.
- Cabriolet: Right-hand backup lamp inoperative: GO to B8.
B2: CHECK THE VOLTAGE SUPPLY TO THE LEFT-HAND REAR LAMP ASSEMBLY FOR OPEN CIRCUIT (4-DOOR VERSIONS)
NOTE:
NOTE:Reverse gear is still engaged.
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Left-hand rear lamp assembly.
  • Vehicles without trailer hitch: from connector C476
  • Vehicles with trailer hitch: from connector C2035
3
Ignition switch in position II.

4
Measure the voltage between the left-hand rear lamp assembly:
  • Vehicles without trailer hitch: connector C476, pin 3, circuit 15S-LG9C (GN/BK), wiring harness side and ground.
  • Vehicles with trailer hitch: connector C2035, pin 3, circuit 15S-LG16A (BK), wiring harness side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the left-hand rear lamp assembly and soldered connection S172 using the Wiring Diagrams. CHECK the operation of the system.
B3: CHECK THE GROUND CONNECTION TO THE LEFT-HAND REAR LAMP ASSEMBLY FOR OPEN CIRCUIT (4-DOOR VERSIONS)
1
Ignition switch in position 0.

2
Measure the resistance between the left-hand rear lamp assembly:
  • Without trailer hitch: connector C476, pin 4, circuit 31-LF23C (BK), wiring harness side and ground.
  • With trailer hitch: connector C2035, pin 4, circuit 31-LF23 (GN), wiring harness side and ground.

Is a resistance of less than 2 Ohms registered?
Yes
CHECK and if necessary RENEW the left-hand rear lamp assembly. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the left-hand rear lamp assembly and ground connection G77 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
B4: CHECK THE VOLTAGE SUPPLY TO THE RIGHT-HAND REAR LAMP ASSEMBLY FOR OPEN CIRCUIT (4-DOOR VERSIONS)
NOTE:
NOTE:Reverse gear is still engaged.
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Right-hand rear lamp assembly.
  • Vehicles without trailer hitch: from connector C477
  • Vehicles with trailer hitch: from connector C2037
3
Ignition switch in position II.

4
Measure the voltage between the right-hand rear lamp assembly:
  • Vehicles without trailer hitch: connector C477, pin 5, circuit 15S-LG16C (GN/OG), wiring harness side and ground.
  • Vehicles with trailer hitch: connector C2037, pin 5, circuit 15S-LG16B (YE/BU), wiring harness side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the right-hand rear lamp assembly and soldered connection S172 using the Wiring Diagrams. CHECK the operation of the system.
B5: CHECK THE GROUND CONNECTION TO THE RIGHT-HAND REAR LAMP ASSEMBLY FOR OPEN CIRCUIT (4-DOOR VERSIONS)
1
Ignition switch in position 0.

2
Measure the resistance between the right-hand rear lamp assembly:
  • Vehicles without trailer hitch: connector C477, pin 4, circuit 31-LF24B (BK), wiring harness side and ground.
  • Vehicles with trailer hitch: connector C2037, pin 4, circuit 31-LF24A (GN), wiring harness side and ground.

Is a resistance of less than 2 Ohms registered?
Yes
CHECK and if necessary RENEW the right-hand rear lamp assembly. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the right-hand rear lamp assembly and ground connection G70 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
B6: CHECK THE VOLTAGE SUPPLY TO THE LEFT-HAND REAR LAMP ASSEMBLY (TAILGATE) FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
NOTE:
NOTE:Reverse gear is still engaged.
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Left-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate) from connector C2320.
3
Ignition switch in position II.

4
Measure the voltage between the left-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate), connector C2320, pin 2, circuit (GN/OG), wiring harness side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the left-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate) and soldered connection S2011 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
B7: CHECK THE GROUND SUPPLY TO THE LEFT-HAND REAR LAMP ASSEMBLY (TAILGATE) FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
1
Ignition switch in position 0.

2
Measure the resistance between the left-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate), connector C2320, pin 4, circuit (BK), wiring harness side and ground.

Is a resistance of less than 2 Ohms registered?
Yes
CHECK and if necessary RENEW the left-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate). TEST the system for normal operation.
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the left-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate) and soldered connection S196 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
B8: CHECK THE VOLTAGE SUPPLY TO THE RIGHT-HAND REAR LAMP ASSEMBLY (TAILGATE) FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
NOTE:
NOTE:Reverse gear is still engaged.
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Right-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate) from connector C2321.
3
Ignition switch in position II.

4
Measure the voltage between the right-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate), connector C2321, pin 2, circuit (GN/OG), wiring harness side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the right-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate) and soldered connection S2011 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
B9: CHECK THE GROUND SUPPLY TO THE RIGHT-HAND REAR LAMP ASSEMBLY (TAILGATE) FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
1
Ignition switch in position 0.

2
Measure the resistance between the right-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate), connector C2321, pin 4, circuit (BK), wiring harness side and ground.

Is a resistance of less than 2 Ohms registered?
Yes
CHECK and if necessary RENEW the right-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate). TEST the system for normal operation.
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the break in the circuit between the right-hand rear lamp assembly (tailgate) and soldered connection S196 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.

PINPOINT TEST C : THE REVERSING LAMPS ILLUMINATE CONTINUOUSLY

TEST CONDITIONS DETAILS/RESULTS/ACTIONS
C1: DETERMINE MODEL VERSION.
1
Determine the model version.

Does the vehicle have an automatic transmission?
Yes
No
C2: CHECK THE REVERSING LAMP SWITCH
1
Disconnect Reversing lamp switch.
  • MTX/MMT6 transmission: from connector C864
  • IB5/M66 transmission: from connector C866
2
Ignition switch in position II.
3
CHECK the reversing lamps.

Do the reversing lamps illuminate continuously?
Yes
No
INSTALL A NEW reversing lamp switch. TEST the system for normal operation.
C3: NARROW DOWN THE CAUSE OF THE FAULT
1
Disconnect reversing lamp relay from socket C1003.
2
Ignition switch in position II.

Do the reversing lamps illuminate continuously?
Yes
No
C4: CHECK THE CONTROL CIRCUIT 91S-LG45 (BK/GN) OF THE REVERSING LAMP RELAY FOR SHORT TO GROUND
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Transmission control unit (TCU).
  • Vehicles with automatic transmission (CFT23): from connector C812
  • Vehicles with 4-speed automatic transmission: from connector C414

3
Measure the resistance between the reversing lamp relay, socket C1003, pin 2, circuit 91S-LG45 (BK/GN), BJB side and ground.

Is a resistance of more than 10,000 ohms measured?
Yes
- Vehicles with automatic transmission (CFT23): CHECK the reversing lamp relay according to the component test at the end of this section and RENEW as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation. If the relay is OK:
REFER to: Diagnose (307-01 Automatikgetriebe - Fahrzeuge ausgestattet mit Automatikgetriebe (CFT23), Diagnosis and Testing).
- Vehicles with 4-speed automatic transmission: CHECK the reversing lamp relay according to the component test at the end of this section and RENEW as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation. If the relay is OK: REFER to: (307-01 Automatikgetriebe - Fahrzeuge ausgestattet mit 4-Gang Automatikgetriebe (4F27E))
Fehlercode-Tabelle (Diagnosis and Testing),
Diagnose nach Symptomen (Diagnosis and Testing).
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the short to ground between the reversing lamp relay and transmission control unit using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
C5: CHECK CIRCUIT 15S-LG9(A) (GN/BK), OR 15S-LG46 (GN/OG) FOR SHORT TO BATTERY VOLTAGE
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect CJB from connector C96.
3
Ignition switch in position II.

Do the reversing lamps illuminate continuously?
Yes
- Vehicles with interior mirror with automatic glare adjustment: GO to C6.
- Vehicles without interior mirror with automatic glare adjustment: GO to C8.
No
LOCATE and RECTIFY the short to battery voltage in the circuits connected to the CJB, connector C96, pin 25 using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
C6: NARROW DOWN THE CAUSE OF THE FAULT
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect CJB from connector C98.
3
Ignition switch in position II.
4
CHECK the reversing lamps

Do the reversing lamps illuminate continuously?
Yes
No
C7: CHECK CIRCUIT 15S-AD15 (GN/RD) FOR SHORT TO BATTERY VOLTAGE
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect Interior mirror with automatic glare adjustment from connector C742.
3
Ignition switch in position II.

4
Measure the voltage between the interior mirror with automatic glare adjustment, connector C742, pin 3, circuit 15S-AD15 (GN/RD), wiring harness side and ground.

Is battery voltage measured?
Yes
LOCATE and RECTIFY the short to battery voltage in the circuit between the CJB and the interior mirror with automatic glare adjustment using the Wiring Diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
RENEW the interior mirror with automatic glare adjustment. TEST the system for normal operation.
C8: ELIMINATE THE CENTRAL JUNCTION BOX AS THE CAUSE FOR THE SHORT TO BATTERY VOLTAGE
1
Ignition switch in position 0.
2
Disconnect CJB from connector C100.
3
Ignition switch in position II.
4
CHECK the reversing lamps.

Do the reversing lamps illuminate continuously?
Yes
LOCATE and RECTIFY short to battery voltage in the circuits connected to the CJB, connector C100, pin 1 with the aid of the wiring diagrams. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
RENEW the CJB. TEST the system for normal operation.

Component Tests

Reversing lamp relay

  1. Check the normally open contact in the unswitched state.
    • Measure resistance at relay between pin 3 component side and pin 5 component side.
    • Is a resistance of more than 10,000 ohms measured?
      • 1. If yes, go to 2.

        2. If no, INSTALL a new relay.

  1. Check the normally open contact in the switched state.
    • Using a fused test cable (3 A), connect pin 1 of the relay, component side, with the battery positive pole.
    • Use a test cable to connect pin 2 of the relay, component side, to the battery negative terminal.
    • Measure resistance at relay between pin 3 component side and pin 5 component side.
    • Is a resistance of less than 2 Ohm registered?
      • 1. If yes, then the relay is OK.

        2. If no, INSTALL a new relay.

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