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For 1990-2009 cars only

Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC B101D 34: ECU Internal Self Test Memory Failure

DTC B101D 3B: ECU Internal Self Test Camera Failed

DTC B101D 3C: ECU Internal Self Test Communications Failure

DTC B101D 4B: ECU Programming/Calibration Failed

Circuit/System Description

The vehicle direction alert alarm warning (VDAAW) system is a convenience feature that detects an unintentional lane departure. The VDAAW system informs the vehicle operator of deviation from the road lane markings. The VDAAW system consists of the VDAAW module which includes a camera and an On/Off switch which is a soft key located on the navigation radio system. The VDAAW system receives switch inputs from the navigation radio via the serial data circuit. When the system is working and can detect lane markings, the VDAAW indicator in the IPC illuminates. The VDAAW indicator illuminates green when the system is operating properly and flashes amber when the vehicle crosses a lane marking without the turn signal. An audible warning sounds three times when the amber indicator is flashing. The VDAAW system will not warn the operator if the turn signal is on or if the operator makes a sharp maneuver. The VDAAW system communicates with the IPC via the serial data circuit.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Battery voltage is between 9-16 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The VDAAW module has detected an internal failure.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The VDAAW module will disable the VDAAW feature.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists.
    • A history DTC will clear once 100 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles have occurred.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Object Detection Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Object Detection Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for Scan Tool Information

Circuit/System Verification

Verify DTC B101D is not set.

If the DTC is set, replace the VDAAW module.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for VDAAW module replacement, setup, and programming