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Diagnostic Aids

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Perform a visual inspection for loose or poor connections at all related components. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

DTC B3445

Step Action Yes No
Schematic Reference: Exterior Lights Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List in Wiring Systems
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
2
  1. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
  2. Apply the brake pedal.
Does the center high-mounted stop lamp (CHMSL) illuminate?
Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems Go to Step 3 
3
  1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the CHMSL.
  3. Using a test lamp connected to battery positive voltage, probe the stop lamp voltage supply circuit.
Does the test lamp illuminate?
Go to Step 4  Go to Step 5 
4 Test for a short to ground in the stop lamp voltage supply circuits. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 7  Go to Step 6 
5 Test for a poor connection or an open in the stop lamp voltage supply circuit. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 7  Go to Step 6 
6 Replace the body control module (BCM). Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup and programming.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 7  -
7
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC, as specified in the supporting text.
Does the DTC reset?
Go to Step 2  System OK