The body control module (BCM) monitors the courtesy lamp relay coil control circuit in order to determine if the daytime running lights (DRL) or the auto headlights (ALC) should be turned ON in the AUTO mode. When the BCM senses the ambient light sensor voltage is between 1.7-4.7 volts, the DRL will be commanded ON. When the BCM senses the ambient light sensor voltage is between 0.2-1.0 volts, the ALC will be commanded ON.
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC B2648 Ambient Light Sensor Circuit High
• | The system voltage must be between 9-16 volts. |
• | The ignition switch must be in the RUN position. |
• | The park brake must be released. |
• | The headlamp switch must be in the AUTO position. |
• | When the ambient light sensor input voltage is greater than 4.78 volts. |
• | The courtesy lamp relay coil control circuit is shorted to the battery. |
• | The above conditions must be met for 0.5 seconds. |
The ALC will remain ON in any ambient light state.
• | This DTC will clear immediately after the condition for setting the fault is corrected. |
• | A history DTC will clear after 100 consecutive ignition cycles without a fault present. |
• | Use a scan tool in order to immediately clear history and current DTCs. |
Perform a visual inspection for loose or poor connections at all related components. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
This step tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the low voltage range.
This step tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the high voltage range. If the fuse in the jumper opens when you perform this test, the signal circuit is shorted to ground.
This step tests for a short to voltage in the 5-volt reference circuit.
After replacement of the BCM you must calibrate the new module for proper operation.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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Schematic Reference: Headlights/Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Schematics Connector End View Reference: Lighting Systems Connector End Views or Computer/Integrating Systems Connector End Views in Computer/Integrating Systems | ||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information |
2 |
Does the scan tool indicate that the ambient light sensor parameter is within the specified range? | 0.2-4.7 V | Go to Diagnostic Aids | Go to Step 3 |
Does the scan tool indicate that the ambient light sensor parameter is less than the specified value? | 0.02 V | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 9 | |
Does the scan tool indicate that the ambient light sensor parameter is greater than the specified value? | 4.7 V | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 7 | |
Does the voltage measure less than the specified value? | 5.25 V | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 6 | |
6 | Test the 5-volt reference circuit of the ambient light sensor for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 11 |
7 | Test the 5-volt reference circuit of the ambient light sensor for a short to ground, 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 14 | Go to Step 8 |
8 | Test the signal circuit of the ambient light sensor for a short to ground, 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 14 | Go to Step 11 |
9 | Test the signal circuit of the ambient light sensor for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 11 |
10 | 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 14 | Go to Step 12 |
11 | 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 14 | Go to Step 13 |
12 | Replace the ambient light sensor. Refer to Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Ambient Light Sensor Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 14 | -- |
Replace the BCM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 14 | -- | |
14 |
Does the DTC reset? | -- | Go to Step 2 | System OK |