GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Normal Result(s)

Abnormal Result(s)*

1

Place the gear selector lever in the REVERSE position (manual transmission).

Backup lamps illuminate.

Backup Lamps Inoperative

2

Place the gear selector lever in the REVERSE position (automatic transmission).

Backup lamps illuminate.

Backup Lamps Inoperative

3

Place the gear selector in any range but REVERSE.

Backup lamps go out.

Backup Lamps Always On

* Refer to the appropriate symptom diagnostic table for the applicable abnormal result.