Communications Control Module: Service and Repair

HandsFreeLink Control Unit Input Test/Replacement

1. Remove these item:

- Passenger's side console cover Front Console Cover Removal/Installation
- Climate control unit Climate Control Unit Removal/Installation
- Shift lever panel Shift Lever Panel Removal/Installation

2. Disconnect the 28P connector (A) then remove the bolts (B) from the HandsFreeLink control unit (C).






3. Inspect the connector and socket terminals for a good pinfit to be sure they are all making good contact.

- If the terminals are bent, loose or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.
- If the terminals look OK, go to step 4.

4. Reconnect the connector and make these input tests at the connector.

- If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
- If all the input tests prove OK, go to step 5.





5. Disconnect the 28P connector again, and do this input test at the connector.

- If the test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
- If the input test proves OK, the HandsFreeLink control unit must be faulty; replace it.