P1606 VVEL issue/code

mendoza_ms

November 28, 2017
Spent a little time in the battery compartment area last night (where the VVEL Module and VVEL relays are stashed). I followed the diagnostic procedure here - thank you btw fritz

VVEL relay diagnostics problems

I got the VVEL relay off and didn't see anything suspicious. I ruled out the relay being burned out since swapping with its neighbor (the power window washer relay) had no effect and the washer motor and window washer both still work. The wires to those relays and my DIY grounding cables look fine as well.

Unfortunately, I ran out of time and couldn't finish getting the VVEL module out last night. But here is procedure:

(page EC-116 to EC-124)
Factory Service Manuals - NICO Club

Word of advice, to remove the VVEL module you NEED to first remove:

- battery compartment plastic shrouds/finishers
- the battery
- IPDM E/R (basically that huge black relay box next to the battery)

The VVEL module I is held in place with three 12mm bolts. I will get to the module itself next...