Test Sequence

-- Remove the left footwell center console trim. Refer to OVERVIEW - CENTER CONSOLE .

-- Using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester and the Vehicle Diagnosis System - Trigger Clamp - 100A:VAS5051B/7  measure the current draw -arrows- on the ground cable -1- from Auxiliary Heater Heating Element -Z35- -2-.

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Three-Stage Auxiliary Heater Heating Element -Z35- 1000 W

Low heat output ≈ 30 amp

Medium heat output ≈ 60 amp

High heat output ≈ 80 amp

Continuous Auxiliary Heater Heating Element -Z35- 1400 W

-- Set the Auxiliary Heater Heating Element -Z35- to maximum continuous output.

Maximum current value ≈ 100 amp