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VSA Activation Indicator Does Not Come on at Start-Up (Bulb Check)




Symptom Troubleshooting: VSA activation indicator does not come on at start-up (bulb check)

VSA activation indicator does not come on at start-up (bulb check)

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and watch the VSA activation indicator.

Does the VSA activation indicator come on for several seconds?
YES - The system is OK at this time. Refer to intermittent failures. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

NO - Go to step 2.


2. Apply the parking brake.

Does the brake system indicator come on?
YES - Go to step 3.

NO - Repair open in the gauge control module indicator power source circuit.


3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

4. Substitute a known-good VSA modulator-control unit. Service and Repair

5. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

Does the VSA activation indicator come on?
YES - Replace the VSA modulator-control unit. Service and Repair

NO - Do the troubleshooting for the gauge control module. How to Troubleshoot the Gauges and Indicators