Pinpoint Test H: The Ignition Mode Indicator Is Inoperative
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- Refer to Wiring Diagrams STARTING SYSTEM
for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
REFER to: Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components - System Operation and Component Description .
DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
DTC Description Fault Trigger Condition BCM B1240:11 Start Button Mode Indicator: Circuit Short To Ground Sets when the BCM detects a short to ground from the ignition mode status indicator circuit. BCM B1240:15 Start Button Mode Indicator: Circuit Short To Battery Or Open Sets when the BCM detects an open from the ignition mode status indicator circuit. Possible Sources
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Push button ignition switch
- BCM
- NOTE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
- H1 CHECK FOR VOLTAGE TO THE IGNITION MODE INDICATOR
- Start the engine.
- Disconnect Push Button Ignition Switch C2195.
- Measure:
Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead C2195-2 Ground
Is the voltage greater than 11 volts?
Yes GO to H4 No GO to H2 - H2 CHECK THE IGNITION MODE INDICATOR VOLTAGE CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect BCM C2280B.
- Measure:
Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead C2195-2 Ground
Is the resistance greater than 10, 000 ohms?
Yes GO to H3 No REPAIR the circuit. - H3 CHECK THE IGNITION MODE INDICATOR VOLTAGE CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
Is the resistance less than 3 ohms?
Yes GO to H5 No REPAIR the circuit. - H4 CHECK THE IGNITION MODE INDICATOR GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
Is the voltage greater than 11 volts?
Yes INSTALL a new push button ignition switch. REFER to: Ignition Switch - Vehicles With: Keyless Vehicle System . No REPAIR the circuit. - H5 CHECK FOR CORRECT BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION
- Disconnect and inspect all BCM 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 all other previously disconnected 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.