Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2008GRAND PRIX BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 243 (LIGHTING)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC B2610CIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Base
Circuit/System Testing
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the affected component.
- Ignition OFF, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the listed ground circuit terminal and battery voltage.
- Left steering wheel switch terminal 8
- Right steering wheel switch terminal 1
- Windshield wiper/washer switch terminal 1
- Analog clock terminal 2
- DIC switch terminal 5
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Connect a test lamp between the listed LED dimming control circuit terminal and ground.
- Left steering wheel switch terminal 6
- Right steering wheel switch terminal 2
- Windshield wiper/washer switch terminal 4
- Analog clock terminal 3
- DIC switch terminal 4
- Radio terminal 8 X1
- Command the dimming test high to low with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn from bright to dim when changing between the commanded states.
- If the test lamp is always off, test the control circuit for an open/high resistance or short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
- If the test lamp is always bright, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the affected component.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.