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Circuit Description

The DTC B2462 is an internal function of the vehicle interface unit (VIU). DTC B2462 is set when the VIU detects no GPS antenna present.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The Ignition must be in the Run or ACC position and the VIU power must be on. The VIU will run this test every 2.5 sec. Battery voltage must be at least 9.5 volts and no more than 15.5 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The VIU receives a signal from the global position system (GPS) receiver (The GPS receiver is located inside the VIU) which indicates the status of the GPS antenna. If the VIU does not detect an antenna connected to the GPS receiver, DTC B2462 will set.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

When DTC B2462 is current, the VIU sees all information received from the internal GPS module as invalid.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

The code can be cleared when the VIU does not detect a failure during the last diagnostic cycle.

Test Description

The number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the diagnostic table.

  1. This step tests for proper ground on the GPS antenna.

  2. This step tests the condition of the GPS antenna.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the OnStar® Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to OnStar System Check

2

Test the GPS antenna coax cable ground for an open or high resistance. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 3

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3

  1. Inspect the GPS antenna connection at the VIU.
  2. Inspect the antenna cable for pinches, scrapes and cuts.

Is the antenna cable OK?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Replace the GPS antenna. Refer to OnStar GPS Antenna Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 6

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5

Replace the VIU module. Refer to OnStar Vehicle Interface Unit Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 6

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6

  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?

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Go to Step 2

System OK