GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

DTC B2615 with out YF7

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 B2615 00: Passenger Compartment Dimming 2 Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

BCM Supply Voltage

B2615 00

B2615 00

--

--

Courtesy Lamp Control

B2615 00

1

1

--

1. Courtesy Lamps Malfunction

Circuit/System Description

Battery voltage for the courtesy lamps is supplied at all times, from the BCM 3 fuse located in the underhood fuse block, to the body control module (BCM). When the BCM receives a signal to command the courtesy lamps ON, it applies voltage through the courtesy lamps supply voltage circuits to the courtesy lamps listed below.

    • The left and right I/P courtesy lamps
    • Dome lamp

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • Ignition ON.
    • Courtesy lamps ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The BCM detects a short to ground on the courtesy lamp supply voltage circuit.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The BCM will deactivate the courtesy lamps.

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

Interior Lights Dimming Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Interior Lighting Systems 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

Ignition ON, command the Courtesy Lamps ON and OFF with the scan tool. The interior courtesy lamps should turn ON and OFF when changing between commanded states.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X4 harness connector at the BCM.
  2. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 2 and ground.
  3. If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, and the B+ circuit fuse is open, test the control circuit terminal 5 X2 for a short to ground.
  4. Ignition OFF, connect the X4 harness connector at the BCM.
  5. Disconnect the harness connectors at all components fed by the courtesy lamp control circuit terminal 5 X2.
  6. Ignition ON, with a scan tool, clear the DTC.
  7. Operate the vehicle within the conditions for setting the DTC and verify that the DTC does not reset.
  8. If the DTC resets, test the control circuit for a short to ground.
  9. Reconnect each component one at a time and verify the DTC does not reset.
  10. If the DTC resets, replace the component responsible for setting the DTC.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Dome Lamp Replacement
    •  Dome Lamp Bulb Replacement
    •  Control Module References for BCM replacement, setup, and programming

DTC B2615 with YF7

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 B2615 00: Passenger Compartment Dimming 2 Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

BCM Battery Supply

B2615 00

B2615 00

--

--

Courtesy Lamp Control

B2615 00

1

1

--

1. Courtesy Lamps Malfunction

Circuit/System Description

Battery voltage for the courtesy lamps is supplied at all times, from the BCM 3 Fuse located in the underhood fuse block, to the body control module (BCM). When the BCM receives a signal to command the courtesy lamps ON, it applies voltage through the courtesy lamps relay control circuit in order to energize the relay. With the relay energized, battery voltage is applied through switch side of the relay and the courtesy lamp supply voltage circuits to the courtesy lamps listed below.

    • Front dome lamp
    • Rear dome lamp

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • Ignition ON.
    • Courtesy lamps ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The BCM detects a short to ground on the courtesy lamp PCB relay control circuit.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The BCM will deactivate the courtesy lamps.

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

Interior Lights Dimming Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Interior Lighting Systems 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

Ignition ON, command the Courtesy Lamps ON and OFF with the scan tool. The interior courtesy lamps should turn ON and OFF when changing between commanded states.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X4 harness connector at the BCM.
  2. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 2 and ground.
  3. If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, and the B+ circuit fuse is open, test the control circuit terminal 5 and the right front turn signal for a short to ground. If all circuits and component test normal, replace the BCM.
  4. Ignition OFF, connect the X4 harness connector at the BCM and disconnect the X1 harness connector at the underhood fuse block.
  5. Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 20 and ground.
  6. Ignition ON, command the Courtesy Lamps ON and OFF with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
  7. If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
    If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
  8. If all circuits test normal, replace the underhood fuse block.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Body Wiring Harness Junction Block Replacement
    •  Control Module References for BCM replacement, setup, and programming