When the Body Control Module (BCM) receives a class 2 message from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) requesting to illuminate the backup lamps, battery voltage is sent directly from the BCM through the backup lamp supply voltage circuit to the backup lamps.
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC B2550 Backup Lamps Control Circuit
The battery voltage must be between 9-16 volts.
• | When the BCM receives a backup lamp request signal and the backup lamp supply voltage circuit is shorted to ground. |
• | When the BCM is not receiving a backup lamp request signal and the backup lamp supply voltage circuit is open or shorted to voltage. |
The backup lamps will not operate.
• | This DTC will clear on current status after the condition for setting the fault is corrected. |
• | A history DTC will clear after 100 consecutive ignition cycles without a fault present. |
• | History and current DTCs can be cleared using a scan tool. |
Perform a visual inspection for loose or poor connections at all related components. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections .
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
This step determines if the problem exists in the wiring or the BCM.
Inspects for poor connections before a component is replaced.
After replacement of the BCM you must calibrate the new module for proper operation.
Step | Action | Yes | No | ||||
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Schematic Reference: Exterior Lights Schematics Connector End View Reference: Lighting Systems Connector End Views or Data Communication Connector End Views | |||||||
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | Go to Step 2 | |||||
Test the following circuits as indicated. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 3 | |||||
Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the body control module (BCM). Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs . Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 4 | |||||
Replace the BCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement? | Go to Step 5 | -- | |||||
5 |
Does the DTC reset? | Go to Step 2 | System OK |