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For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the BCM Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Body Control System in Body Control System

2

Did you review the audible warnings system operation and perform the necessary inspections?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Symptoms - Audible Warnings

3

Verify that is chime is always on.

Is the chime operating properly?

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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Remove the key from the ignition.
  3. Using the scan tool, enter BCM Data List.
  4. Select Input 1.

Does the KEY IN IGNITION test display NO?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 9

5

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Remove the key from the ignition.
  3. Move the headlamp switch to the OFF position.
  4. Using the scan tool, enter BCM Data List.
  5. Select Input 2.

Does the PARKLAMPS test display OFF?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 10

6

Inspect the connections at the BCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Are the connections in need of repair?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

7

Repair the connections as necessary. Refer to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 11

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8

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

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 11

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9

Locate and repair the short to ground in CKT 80 between the BCM connector C2 terminal B9 and the ignition key alarm switch. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

If OK, replace the ignition key alarm switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement - On Vehicle Steering Wheel and Column.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 11

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10

Are the park lamps ON with the switch OFF?

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Go to Diagnostic Starting Point in Lighting Systems

Go to Step 5

11

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

Go to Step 4