
RENR9348-01 117
Troubleshooting Section
Expected Result:
The harness wiring, connectors, and seals are in
good condition. There is no evidence of moisture in
the connector
s.
Results:
•
OK – The harness wiring, connectors, and seals
are in good condition. Proceed to Test Step 2.
•
Not OK – A problem has been found with the
harness or the connectors.
Repair: Repair the connectors or the wiring, as
required. Ensure that all of the seals are properly
in place. Ens
ure that the connectors have been
reattached.
If corrosion
is evident on the pins, sockets or the
connector, use only denatured alcohol to remove
the corrosion. Use a cotton swab or a soft brush
to remove th
e corrosion.
If moisture was found in the connectors, run the
engine for s
everal minutes and check again for
moisture. If moisture reappears, the moisture is
wicking into the connector. Even if the moisture
entry path i
s repaired, it may be necessary to
replace the wires.
Verify tha
t the repair eliminates the problem.
STOP.
Test Step 2. Check the Wires for Damage
to the Insulation
A. Carefully
inspect each wire for signs of abrasion,
of nicks, and of cuts.
Inspect th
e wires for the following conditions:
•
Exposed insulation
•
Rubbing of a wire against the engine
•
Rubbing of
a wire against a sharp point
B. Check all of the wiring harness fasteners in order
to verify
that the harness is properly secured. Also
check all of the fasteners in order to verify that the
harness is not compressed. Pull back the harness
sleeves i
n order to check for a flattened portion
of wire. A fastener that has been overtightened
flattens the harness. This damages the wires that
are insi
de the harness.
Expected Result:
The wires are free of abrasion, of nicks, and of cuts
and the harness is properly clamped.
Results:
•
OK – The harness is OK. Proceed to Test Step 3.
•
Not OK – There is
damage to the harness.
Repair: Repair the wires or replace the wires,
as required. V
erify that the repair eliminates the
problem.
STOP.
Test Step 3. Inspect the Connector
Terminals
A. Visually inspect each terminal in the connector.
Verify that the terminals are not damaged.
Verify that t
he terminals are properly aligned in
the connector and verify that the terminals are
properly located in the connector.
Expected Result:
The terminal
s are properly aligned and the terminals
appear undamaged.
Results:
•
OK – The terminals are OK. Proceed to Test Step
4.
•
Not OK – The terminals of the connector are
damaged.
Repair: Repair the terminals and/or replace the
terminals,
as required.
Verify that the repair eliminates the problem.
STOP.
Test Step 4.
Perform a Pull Test on Each
Wire Termi
nal Connection
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Receptacle loc k wedge (typical example)