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Pinpoint Test

  1. CHECK THE PARKING LAMP OPERATION
    NOTE: Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position.
    1. Ignition OFF.
    2. Wait 1 minute and observe the parking lamps.

    Are the parking lamps illuminated? 

    1. Yes: REFER to DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE U : The Parking, Rear, Or License Plate Lamps Are On Continuously.
    2. No: GO to .
  2. CHECK THE BCM DIMMABLE BACKLIGHTING OUTPUT CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE
    1. Disconnect: BCM C2280B.
    2. Ignition ON.

    Do the dimmable backlighted components continue to illuminate? 

    1. Yes: REPAIR the circuit.
    2. No: GO to .
  3. CHECK FOR CORRECT BCM OPERATION
    1. Disconnect and inspect all BCM connectors.
    2. Repair:
      • corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
    3. Reconnect the BCM connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.
    4. Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

    Is the concern still present? 

    1. Yes: CHECK OASIS  for any applicable TSBs  . If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no TSBs  address this concern, INSTALL a new BCM:

      REFER to BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) - WITH INTELLIGENT ACCESS (IA) , or

      REFER to BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) - WITHOUT INTELLIGENT ACCESS (IA) .

    2. No: The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.