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Reversing Lamps

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System Diagram 

GFD42447Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Network Message Chart 

BCM Network Input Messages 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
Gear position PCM Indicates the transmission is in reverse gear to the BCM. When the transmission is in REVERSE and the ignition in RUN, the BCM provides voltage to the reversing lamps.

Reversing Lamps 

When the transmission is in REVERSE, the PCM sends a message over the HS-CAN1 to the BCM indicating the transmission is in REVERSE. The BCM provides voltage to the reversing lamps when it receives the message that the transmission is in REVERSE and the ignition is in RUN.

The BCM also provides Field Effect Transistor (FET) protection of the reversing lamps output circuit. When an excessive current draw is detected, the BCM disables the affected reversing lamps circuit driver.

Refer to: Module Controlled Functions - Overview .