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 B2600 00: Daytime Running Lamp Control CircuitDiagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ambient Light Sensor Signal | B2645 03 | B2645 07 | B2645 07 | -- |
DRL Relay Control | 2 | 2 | B2600 00 | -- |
DRL Control | 2 | 2 | 2 | -- |
LF Low Beam Headlamp Control | 1 | 1 | 1 | -- |
RF Low Beam Headlamp Control | 1 | 1 | 1 | -- |
Ambient Light Sensor Ground | -- | B2645 07 | -- | -- |
LF Headlamp Ground | -- | 1 | -- | -- |
RF Headlamp Ground | -- | 1 | -- | -- |
1. Headlamps Malfunction 2. Daytime Running Lamps Malfunction | ||||
Circuit Description
The ambient light sensor is a light sensitive transistor that varies the voltage signal to the body control module (BCM) based on outside lighting conditions. When the ambient light sensor indicates daytime conditions, the body control module (BCM) grounds the DRL relay control circuit energizing the DRL relay. With the DRL relay energized, the switch contacts close and voltage is applied to the DRL 1 and DRL 2 fuses to the left and right low beam headlamps. Any function or condition that turns on the headlamps will cancel DRL operation.
Conditions for Running the DTCs
Battery voltage must be between 9-16 volts.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The BCM detect a short to voltage in the DRL relay control circuit.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
The BCM will deactivate the DRL relay for the remainder of the ignition cycle.
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
Headlights/Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Schematics
Connector End View Reference
Description and Operation
Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Testing
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the X4 harness connector at the underhood fuse block.
- Connect a test lamp between B+ and the control circuit terminal H2.
- Command the DRL 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 underhood fuse block.
| ⇒ | 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 replacement, setup, and programming |
