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Pinpoint Test F : The Battery Saver Does Not Deactivate After Time-Out

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  1. Refer to Interior Lamps for schematic and connector information.

    Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

    REFER to: the appropriate information in this article .

    DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

    DTC Description Fault Trigger Condition
    BCM B14AA:15 Demand Lamp Output: Circuit Short To Battery Or Open A continuous memory and on-demand DTC that sets when the BCM detects an open or short to voltage from the demand lighting output circuit.

    Possible Sources 

    • Wiring, terminals or connectors
    • BCM

  2. F1 CHECK THE DEMAND LAMP VOLTAGE SUPPLY CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Disconnect BCM C2280C.

    • Turn any demand (map or vanity mirror) lamp on.

    Does the demand lamp turn on? 

    Yes  REPAIR the circuit.
    No  GO to  F2

  3. F2 CHECK FOR CORRECT BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION

    • Disconnect and inspect all BCM connectors and related in-line connectors.

    • 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

    • Reconnect the BCM connectors and related in-line connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.

    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

    Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new BCM. REFER to: Body Control Module (BCM) .
    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. CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
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