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Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Inspection and Verification

1. Verify the vehicle owner's original concern by operating the instrument cluster to duplicate the condition and by observing the indicators and gauges to determine if they are operating properly with the ignition switch.
- In RUN with the engine OFF
- In START before the ignition switch is released
- In RUN with the engine running

Visual Inspection Chart:




2. Inspect to determine if any of the mechanical or electrical concerns in the Visual Inspection Chart apply.
3. If the concern(s) remains after the inspection, determine the symptoms and go to the Symptom Chart.