Checking the signal cable

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition OFF

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• Ignition off.
• Disconnect the 20-pin connector (group A) from the central electronic module (CEM).
• Pull out the starter motor relay.

  Check the signal cable between central electronic module (CEM) terminal #3A and starter motor relay 2/35 terminal #1 for a short-circuit to supply voltage according to Short-circuit to supply voltage, permanent faults .

  Remedy as necessary.

  Other information: 

  • Central electronic module (CEM) connector, see Central electronic module (CEM), replacing .
  • To connect the breakout box, see Connecting the breakout box .
  • For information about signals, see Signal specification .
  Fig 2: Breakout Box

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  Fig 3: Identifying Voltage Display

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  Fig 4: Identifying Connectors

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Is the signal cable OK? 

• YES 

  Refer to Replacing the component 

• NO 

  Refer to Verification