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 Descriptors
DTC B0685 01: Security System Indicator Circuit Short to BatteryDTC B0685 06: Security System Indicator Circuit Short to Ground or Open
Diagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Security Indicator Control | B0685 06 | B0685 06 | B0685 01 | -- |
Circuit/System Description
The security indicator is controlled by the body control module (BCM) based on commands from the immobilizer system or the content theft deterrent (CTD) system. With the ignition OFF, the security indicator is commanded by the CTD system. With the ignition ON, the security indicator is commanded by the immobilizer system.
The security indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) and is supplied B+ at all times. When the immobilizer or CTD system requests the indicator be commanded ON, the BCM grounds the security indicator control circuit, illuminating the indicator.
Conditions for Running the DTC
Battery voltage is 9-16 volts
Conditions for Setting the DTC
B0685 01
The BCM detects a short to ground on the security indicator control circuit.
B0685 06
The BCM detects a short to voltage or an open on the security indicator control circuit.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
Security indicator output is disabled.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | A current DTC is cleared when the conditions for setting the DTC are no longer present. |
| • | A history DTC will clear after 40 malfunction free ignition cycles. |
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Theft Deterrent System Schematics
Connector End View Reference
Displays and Gages Connector End Views
Description and Operation
Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
Circuit/System Verification
Ignition ON, command the security indicator ON and OFF with a scan tool. The security indicator should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
Circuit/System Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the IPC.
- Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 10 (HHR) or 14 (Cobalt, G5) and B+.
- Ignition ON, command the Security LED ON and OFF with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
- If all circuits test normal, replace the IPC.
| ⇒ | If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM. |
| ⇒ | If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Control Module References for BCM or IPC replacement, programming, and setup
