Circuit Description
The body control module (BCM) uses the ambient light sensor signal to control the automatic headlamp control system. The ambient light sensor is connected directly to the BCM through the DRL ambient light sensor signal circuit and through the DRL ambient light sensor low reference circuit.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The DRL feature of the automatic headlamp control feature must be enabled.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The BCM detects that the DRL ambient light sensor signal circuit is greater than 4 volts or is open when it is trying to enable the automatic headlamp control feature. |
| • | The DRL ambient light sensor signal circuit is open or is shorted to voltage. |
| • | The DRL ambient light sensor low reference circuit is open or is shorted to voltage. |
| • | The ambient light sensor is open internally. |
| • | The condition above must be present for more than 0.3 seconds. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The BCM stores DTC B2648 in memory |
| • | Headlamps, park lamps, tail lamps and marker lamps illuminate to night intensity |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | The BCM no longer detects the fault in the ambient light sensor circuit. |
| • | A history DTC B2648 will clear after 100 consecutive ignition cycles if the condition for the condition is no longer present. |
| • | The BCM receives the clear code command from the scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
| • | If the DTC B2648 is a history DTC, the fault may be intermittent. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems. |
| • | The following conditions may cause an intermittent condition to occur: |
| - | An intermittent open or a short to voltage occurs in the DRL ambient light sensor signal circuit . |
| - | The ambient light sensor is intermittently open. |
| - | The BCM is intermittently open. |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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Tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the high voltage range.
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Tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the low voltage range. If the fuse in the jumper opens when you perform this test, the signal circuit is shorted to voltage.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Headlights/Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Schematics | ||||
1 | Did you perform the Lighting System Diagnostic System Check? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Does the scan tool indicate that the ambient light sensor input parameter is within the specified range? | 0.25-2.5 V | Go to Diagnostic Aids | Go to Step 3 |
Does the scan tool indicate that the ambient light sensor input parameter is greater than the specified value? | 2.5 V | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5 | |
Does the scan tool indicate that the ambient light sensor input parameter is less than the specified value? | 0.25 V | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 | |
5 | Test the DRL ambient light sensor signal circuit for a high resistance or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 9 |
6 | Test the DRL ambient light sensor signal circuit for a short to voltage, a high resistance, or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 7 |
7 | Test the DRL ambient light sensor low reference circuit for a short to voltage, a high resistance, or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 9 |
8 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the ambient light sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 10 |
9 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the BCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 11 |
10 | Replace the ambient light sensor. Refer to Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Ambient Light Sensor Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 12 | -- |
11 |
Important: Perform the set up procedure for the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration in Body Control System. Replace the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement in Body Control System. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 12 | -- |
12 |
Does the DTC set again? | -- | Go to Step 2 | System OK |
