GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

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 B0005 00: In Park Signal Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

Park Enable Signal Circuit

B0005

1

--

--

1. Will cause symptom related to SEO device (6J1).

Circuit/System Description

The park enable signal circuit is a voltage output from the body control module (BCM) only when the vehicle is not in the PARK position. This circuit is for the control of a SEO device relay when equipped with RPO 6J1.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The system voltage is between 9-16 volts.
    • The DTC can only set when the output is actively being requested by the module.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The DTC will set only when the module requests the output and there is a short to ground.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The module output driver will be shut down and not supply voltage to the circuit.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The current DTC will clear when the malfunction is no longer present.
    • A history DTC clears when the module ignition cycle counter reaches the reset threshold of 50, without a repeat of the malfunction.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Upfitter Provision Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Hydraulic Brake Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Refer to Owner's Manual Supplement - Chevrolet Impala Police Package - Special Equipment Options - Special Equipment Options Standard with Impala Police Package - Description and Operation - Wiring Provisions for 12-Volt Battery Power Supply.

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Scan Tool Data List

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the SEO relay controlled by the park enable signal circuit.
  2. Connect a test lamp between the park enable signal circuit and battery positive voltage.
  3. Ignition ON, transmission in the PARK position. Verify the test lamp does not illuminate.
  4. If the test lamp illuminates, test for a short to ground on the park enable signal circuit. If the circuit tests normal and the DTC is current, replace the BCM.
  5. If the circuit tests normal and the DTC is current, test or replace the SEO relay.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for module replacement, setup, and programming