Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Inoperative. Chevrolet Cavalier 2001

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Cavalier 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Retained Accessory Power 🢒 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Inoperative

Diagnostic Aids

All Retained Accessory Power, RAP functions on this vehicle are controlled by the Body Control Module , BCM using Class 2 serial data. If Class 2 communication between the Radio, BCM and Data Link Connector is functioning properly, and the door ajar switches are working properly, replace the BCM.

Step	Action	Yes	No
Schematic Reference: Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Schematics Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List in Wiring Systems.
1	Did you perform a Diagnostic System Check - Retained Accessory Power?	Go to Step 2	Go to Diagnostic System Check - Retained Accessory Power
2	Did you perform a Diagnostic System Check - Radio/Audio System?	Go to Step 3	Go to Diagnostic System Check - Radio/Audio System
3	Verify that the doors are closed and perform the following: Turn ON the ignition, engine OFF for 5 seconds. Turn OFF the ignition. Do the RAP functions operate normally?	Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems	Go to Step 4
4	Install a scan tool. Verify the doors are closed. With the scan tool, verify the Driver Door Ajar and Passenger Door Ajar switch inputs indicate Closed. Do both switch inputs indicate Closed?	Go to Step 5	Go to Interior Lights Schematics in Lighting.
5	Important:: Perform the set up procedure for the control module after replacement if needed. Replace the Body Control Module. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement . Did you complete the replacement?	System OK	--