6.4
Check Ignition circuits. Make sure the headlight switch is turned off, then turn the Ignition Switch
to the Ignition position, but do not start the engine.
6.4.1
Cover the dash mounted light sensor and wait a few seconds. Verify the headlights are on, full
brightness and the Dimmer Switch operates the high beams.
6.4.2
Uncover and shine a flashlight into the light sensor to simulate daylight conditions. Wait a about
10 seconds and verify the headlights switch to low power Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with an
orange-like color.
6.4.3
Use the Headlight Switch to manually override the automatic headlight system and turn on the
parking lights. Verify the headlights turn off and the parking lights remain on. Turn off the
Headlight Switch and verify the headlights and parking lights are off.
6.4.4
Verify the electric fuel pump and electric choke operate (if equipped).
6.4.5
Verify the left and right turn signals operate. Lane change signaling works by momentarily
activating a turn signal switch. In this case you get 3 automatic flashes. You will note that each
“flash” is actually a pair of flashes in a Coach-1 exclusive flash, flash, pause sequence.
6.4.6
Verify the heater blower motor operates at all speeds.
6.4.7
The electric radiator cooling fan (if equipped) can be tested by jumpering the fan thermostat switch
or connecting a temporary jumper from Power Center FAN T-STAT stud terminal to the
GROUND stud terminal.
6.5
CAUTION: Make sure the engine and transmission are properly filled with all required fluids and
the engine is ready to run. Engage the parking brake and make sure the transmission is in Park or
Neutral.
6.5.1
Apply the brakes. Be ready to disconnect the battery in the event the starter solenoid should stick
when activated. This is commonly caused by a defective starter or starter solenoid, or an
improperly rebuilt starter.
6.5.2
Without starting the engine, very briefly turn the ignition switch or press the start button to
“bump” the starter a couple of times to verify the starter motor engages and disengages.
6.5.3
Now start the engine and allow it to warm up.
6.5.4
Verify gauges are working properly and adjust the radiator fan thermostat (if equipped) to turn on
the cooling fan at the desired engine temperature.
6.5.5
Turn off the Ignition switch and all accessories. Verify the engine stops. Disconnect the battery.
Install the Power Center cover with 4 thumb screws and reconnect the battery. Use of a battery
maintainer is recommended if the car is not going to be driven for several weeks. As with most new
factory vehicles the Power Center uses a small amount of power when the battery is connected.
Congratulations! Enjoy your ride!
7.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
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