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Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Visually inspect for the following mechanical and electrical causes of the concern.


Visual Inspection Chart:






3. Carry out a self-test using the self-test table. Pinpoint Tests
4. If this test is unsuccessful, carry out a diagnosis using WDS.

Additional Testing
Additional Testing may be found at the these Systems:
- For exterior lighting concerns, refer to Lighting and Horns.
- For courtesy lamps/illuminated entry concerns, refer to Lighting and Horns.
- For Perimeter anti-theft system concerns, refer to Antitheft and Alarm Systems.
- For passive anti-theft concerns, refer to Antitheft and Alarm Systems.
- For keyless entry and door locking concerns, refer to Keyless Entry.
- For wiper/washer concerns, refer to Wiper and Washer Systems.
- For Warning Chimes and Lamps, refer to Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators.