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SMU - Addition of DTC B2961 Diagnostics

Subject:Addition of DTC B2961 Diagnostics

Models:2000 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Pickup and Utility Models, S/T Models and M/L Vans
2000 Chevrolet and GMC S/T RHD Models
2000 Oldsmobile Bravada
2000 Isuzu S/T Models


This Service Manual Update bulletin is being issued to add the diagnostics for DTC B2961 Key in Ignition Circuit Malfunction. Please add the following diagnostics to the Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console subsection of the applicable 2000 Service Manual.

Circuit Description

The body control module (BCM) monitors the ignition key alarm switch. When the key is in the ignition, the ignition key alarm switch is closed (signal circuit is low). When the key is not in the ignition, the ignition key alarm switch is open (signal circuit is high).

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
    • The ignition 1 input is active and the key in ignition switch signal circuit is inactive (signal circuit is high).
    • The conditions above must be present for more than 5 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The BCM stores DTC B2961 in memory.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
    • The DTC becomes history when the fault is no longer present.
    • A history DTC will clear after 100 consecutive ignition cycles if the condition for the malfunction is no longer present.
    • You may use a scan tool in order to clear the DTC.

DTC B2961 Key in Ignition Circuit Malfunction (C/K Pickup and Utility)

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Audible Warnings Schematics

1

Did you perform the Audible Warnings Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to A Diagnostic System Check - Audible Warnings

2
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With the scan tool, observe the Key In Ignition parameter in the BCM data list.

Does the Key In Ignition parameter display Yes?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3
  1. Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF.
  2. Observe the Ignition 1 parameter in the BCM data list.
  3. Turn OFF the ignition.

Does the Ignition 1 parameter display ACTIVE with the ignition OFF?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 11

4
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the BCM connector C2.
  3. Connect a test lamp between the key in ignition signal circuit and battery positive voltage.
  4. Place the key in the ignition.

Does the test light illuminate?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 5

5

Test the key in ignition signal circuit for an open or a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 6

6

Test the ground circuit of the ignition key alarm switch for an open or a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

7

Test the ignition 1 voltage circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

8

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the BCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

9

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the ignition switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 10

10

Replace the ignition key alarm switch. Refer to:

    • Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column - Standard
    • Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column - Standard
    • Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt
    • Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 12

--

11

Important: Perform the set up procedure for the replacement BCM.

Replace the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement in Body Control System.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 12

--

12
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

Go to Step 2

System OK

Circuit Description

The Body Control Module (BCM) monitors the ignition key alarm switch. When the key is in the ignition, the ignition key alarm switch is closed (signal circuit is low). When the key is not in the ignition, the ignition key alarm switch is open (signal circuit is high).

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
    • The ignition 1 voltage circuit is active and the key in ignition switch signal circuit is inactive (signal circuit is high).
    • The conditions above must be present for more than 5 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The BCM stores DTC B2961 in memory.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
    • The DTC becomes history when the fault is no longer present.
    • A history DTC will clear after 100 consecutive ignition cycles if the condition for the malfunction is no longer present.
    • The BCM receives the clear code command from the scan tool.

DTC B2961 Key in Ignition Circuit Malfunction (M/L Van)

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Audible Warnings Schematics

1

Did you perform the Audible Warnings Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to A Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

2
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With the scan tool, observe the Key In Ignition parameter in the BCM data list.

Does the Key In Ignition parameter display Yes?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3
  1. Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF.
  2. Observe the Ignition 1 parameter in the BCM data list.
  3. Turn OFF the ignition.

Does the ignition 1 parameter display ACTIVE with the ignition OFF?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 11

4
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the BCM connector C2.
  3. Connect a test lamp between the key in ignition signal circuit and battery positive voltage.
  4. Place the key in the ignition.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 5

5

Test the key in ignition signal circuit for an open or a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 6

6

Test the ground circuit of the ignition key alarm switch for an open or a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

7

Test the ignition 1 voltage circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

8

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the BCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

9

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the ignition switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 10

10

Replace the ignition switch. Refer to the appropriate procedure:

    • Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column -Tilt
    • Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Disassemble - Off Vehicle and Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column - Standard

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 12

--

11

Important: Perform the set up procedure for the replacement BCM.

Replace the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement in Body Control System.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 12

--

12
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

Go to Step 2

System OK

Circuit Description

The Body Control Module (BCM) monitors the ignition key alarm switch. When the key is in the ignition, the ignition key alarm switch is closed (signal circuit is low). When the key is not in the ignition, the ignition key alarm switch is open (signal circuit is high).

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
    • The ignition 1 voltage circuit is active and the key in ignition switch signal circuit is inactive (signal circuit is high).
    • The conditions above must be present for more than 5 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The BCM stores DTC B2961 in memory.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
    • The DTC becomes history when the fault is no longer present.
    • A history DTC will clear after 100 consecutive ignition cycles if the condition for the malfunction is no longer present.
    • The BCM receives the clear code command from the scan tool.

DTC B2961 Key in Ignition Circuit Malfunction (S/T Model and Isuzu)

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Audible Warnings Schematics

1

Did you perform the Audible Warnings Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to A Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

2
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With the scan tool, observe the Key In Ignition parameter in the BCM data list.

Does the Key In Ignition parameter display Yes?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3
  1. Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF.
  2. Observe the Ignition 1 parameter in the BCM data list.
  3. Turn OFF the ignition.

Does the ignition 1 parameter display ACTIVE with the ignition OFF?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 11

4
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the BCM connector C2.
  3. Connect a test lamp between the key in ignition signal circuit and battery positive voltage.
  4. Place the key in the ignition.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 5

5

Test the key in ignition signal circuit for an open or a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 6

6

Test the ground circuit of the ignition key alarm switch for an open or a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 6

7

Test the ignition 1 voltage circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

8

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the BCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

9

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the ignition switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 10

10

Replace the ignition switch. Refer to the appropriate procedure:

    • Ignition Switch Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column - Tilt
    •  Ignition Switch Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column - Standard

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 12

--

11

Important: Perform the set up procedure for the replacement BCM.

Replace the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement in Body Control System.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 12

--

12
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

Go to Step 2

System OK

Circuit Description

The Body Control Module (BCM) monitors the ignition key alarm switch. When the key is in the ignition, the ignition key alarm switch is closed (signal circuit is low). When the key is not in the ignition, the ignition key alarm switch is open (signal circuit is high).

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
    • The ignition 1 voltage circuit is active and the key in ignition switch signal circuit is inactive (signal circuit is high).
    • The conditions above must be present for more than 5 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The BCM stores DTC B2961 in memory.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
    • The DTC becomes history when the fault is no longer present.
    • A history DTC will clear after 100 consecutive ignition cycles if the condition for the malfunction is no longer present.
    • The BCM receives the clear code command from the scan tool.

DTC B2961 Key in Ignition Circuit Malfunction (S/T Model-RHD)

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Audible Warnings Schematics

1

Did you perform the Audible Warnings Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to A Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

2
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With the scan tool, observe the Key In Ignition parameter in the BCM data list.

Does the Key In Ignition parameter display Yes?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3
  1. Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF.
  2. Observe the Ignition 1 parameter in the BCM data list.
  3. Turn OFF the ignition.

Does the ignition 1 parameter display ACTIVE with the ignition OFF?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 11

4
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the BCM connector C2.
  3. Connect a test lamp between the key in ignition signal circuit and battery positive voltage.
  4. Place the key in the ignition.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 5

5

Test the key in ignition signal circuit for an open or a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 6

6

Test the ground circuit of the ignition key alarm switch for an open or a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

7

Test the ignition 1 voltage circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

8

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the BCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 11

9

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the ignition switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 10

10

Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 12

--

11

Important: Perform the set up procedure for the replacement BCM.

Replace the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement in Body Control System.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 12

--

12
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

Go to Step 2

System OK