Test Step 3 - Liftgate Handle Switch Sense Circuit Short to Ground

Fig 1: Testing For Liftgate Handle Switch Sense Circuit Short To Ground

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• Disconnect the power liftgate module C2 harness connector.
• Measure the resistance between ground and the liftgate handle switch sense circuit.

Is the resistance less than 10k ohms?

Yes

• Repair the liftgate handle switch sense circuit for a partial short to ground.
• Perform the Body Verification Test. Refer to BODY VERIFICATION TEST .

No

• Go to Test Step 4 Test Step 4 - Liftgate Handle Switch Sense Circuit Short to Sensor Ground