Circuit Description
The body control module (BCM) controls the backup lamp relay. The BCM grounds the backup lamps relay control circuit which energizes the backup lamp relay.
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC B2553 Backup Lamps Control Circuit High
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The transaxle must be in the reverse position. |
| • | The ignition switch must be in the RUN position. |
| • | The emergency vehicle interior lamp switch is not enabled. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The BCM detects a short to battery in the backup lamp relay control circuit when the BCM tries to energize the backup lamp relay. |
| • | The condition above must be present for more than 0.3 seconds. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
The BCM stores DTC B2553 in memory.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | The BCM no longer detects a short to battery in the backup lamp relay control circuit. |
| • | A history DTC B2553 will clear after 100 consecutive ignition cycles if the condition for the malfunction is no longer present. |
Diagnostic Aids
| • | If the DTC B2553 is a history DTC, the fault may be intermittent. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems. |
| • | The following conditions may cause an intermittent malfunction to occur: |
| - | An intermittent short to battery in backup lamp relay control circuit |
| - | The backup lamp relay coil is intermittently shorted to the battery internally. |
| - | The BCM is intermittently shorted to the battery internally. |
Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: Exterior Lights Schematics Connector End View Reference: Master Electrical Component List in Wiring 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 backup lamp relay turn ON and OFF with each command? | Go to Diagnostic Aids | Go to Step 3 |
3 |
Does the test lamp illuminate? | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 10 |
4 |
Does the test lamp turn ON and OFF with each command? | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 5 |
5 | Does the test lamp remain illuminated with each command? | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 6 |
6 | Test the backup lamp relay control circuit for a short to battery positive voltage or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 9 |
7 | Test the backup lamp relay control circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 9 |
8 | Inspect for poor connections at the backup lamp relay. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 11 |
9 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the body control module (BCM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 12 |
10 | Replace the I/P accessory wiring junction block - right. Refer to Instrument Panel Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement - Right Side in Wiring Systems. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 13 | -- |
11 | Replace the backup lamp relay. Refer to Relay Replacement in Wiring Systems. Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 13 | -- |
12 | 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 13 | -- |
13 |
Does the DTC reset? | Go to Step 2 | System OK |
