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Object Number: 1401402  Size: MF

Circuit Description

The body control module (BCM) monitors the battery voltage through the VBATT1 circuit.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The voltage supplied to the BCM is in the range of 7-26 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • The BCM detects a system voltage below 9 volts or above 18 volts.
    • The above condition is present for at least 5 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The BCM immediately disables all outputs when a high voltage condition was detected, with the exception of the Run/Crank relay that is disabled after a 3 minute delay.
    • The setting of other DTCs is inhibited.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • A current DTC clears when the malfunction is no longer present.
    • A history DTC clears when the module ignition cycle counter reaches the reset threshold, without a repeat of the malfunction.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

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Schematic Reference: Body Control System Schematics in Body Control System

Connector End View Reference: Body Control System Connector End Views in Body Control System

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check for Engine Electrical?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Electrical

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With a scan tool, observe the Battery Voltage Input parameters in the BCM input data list.

Is the Battery Voltage Input parameter displayed in the specified range?

9-18 V

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Is the DTC set as a current DTC?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

4

  1. Disconnect the body control module (BCM) harness connectors.
  2. Measure the voltage between the VBATT1 circuit at the BCM harness connector and a good ground. Refer to Circuit Description.

Is the measured value in the specified range?

9-18 V

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5

Test the VBATT1 circuit for a short to ground or an open. Refer to Circuit Description.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 9

Go to Battery Inspection/Test

6

Test the all of ground circuits of the BCM for an open or high resistance.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 9

Go to Step 7

7

Inspect for poor connections at the module harness connectors. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 9

Go to Step 8

8

Important: Perform the module setup procedure if required.

Replace the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement in Body Control System.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 9

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9

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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System OK

Go to Step 2