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Pinpoint Test

  1. CHECK THE STOPLAMP OPERATION
    1. Ignition OFF.
    2. Apply the brake pedal while observing the stoplamps.

    Do the stoplamps illuminate? 

  2. CHECK THE BCM OUTPUT
    1. Ignition ON.
    2. Using a scan tool, view BCM PIDs  .
    3. Using a scan tool, select the BCM RVRS_LMPS PID. Command the reverse lamps on then off.

    Do the reversing lamps illuminate when commanded on? 

    • Yes: REFER to SYMPTOM CHART to diagnose a TR concern.
    • No: GO to .
  3. BYPASS THE BCM
    NOTE: If the jumper wire fails, REFER to the appropriate OEM WIRING DIAGRAMS to identify the cause for the circuit short. After the repair:
    If DTC U1000:00 is present, clear the DTCs  and repeat the on-demand self-test (required to enable the reversing lamp output driver if DTC U1000:00 is present).
    If DTC U3000:49 is present, INSTALL a new BCM. REFER to BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) - WITHOUT INTELLIGENT ACCESS (IA) , or REFER to BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) - WITH INTELLIGENT ACCESS (IA) .
    1. Ignition OFF.
    2. Disconnect: BCM C2280D.
    3. Connect a fused jumper wire:
      BCM Battery
      G08036702
      G08036703
      C2280D Positive
      Pin Circuit Measurement / Action Pin Circuit
      13 CLS28 (BU/WH)
      G08036704
      - Battery Positive

    Do the reversing lamps illuminate? 

    • Yes: REMOVE the jumper wire. GO to .
    • No: REMOVE the jumper wire. REPAIR the BCM reverse lamp output circuit for an open.
  4. 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?