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B2545




DTC B2545

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor
DTC B2545 00
- Backup Lamps Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information






Circuit/System Description

Automatic Transmission

When the transmission is placed in the REVERSE position, the transmission control module (TCM) sends a serial data message to the body control module (BCM). The message indicates that the gear selector is in the REVERSE position. The BCM applies voltage to the backup lamp relay control circuit energizing the backup lamp relay coil. With the relay coil energized, the switch contacts close allowing battery voltage to flow through the VEH BCK/UP fuse to the left and right backup lamps. The BCM also supplies voltage the to inside rearview mirror via the backup lamp relay control circuit for automatic day/night operation. Once the driver moves the gear selector out of the REVERSE position, a serial data message is sent by the TCM requesting the BCM to remove voltage from the backup lamp control circuit. The engine may need to be running for the backup lamps to function.

Manual Transmission

When the transmission is placed in the REVERSE position, the backup lamp switch contacts close supplying ground to the engine control module (ECM) via the backup lamp switch signal circuit. The ECM responds by sending a serial data message to the body control module (BCM) indicating the gear selector is in the REVERSE position. The BCM applies voltage to the backup lamp relay control circuit energizing the backup lamp relay coil. With the relay coil energized, the switch contacts close allowing battery voltage to flow through the VEH BCK/UP fuse to the left and right backup lamps. The BCM also supplies voltage the to inside rearview mirror via the backup lamp relay control circuit for automatic day/night operation. Once the driver moves the gear selector out of the REVERSE position, the backup lamp switch contacts open and a serial data message is sent by the ECM requesting the BCM to remove voltage from the backup lamp relay control circuit.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Battery voltage must be between 9-16 V.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The BCM detects a short to ground in the backup lamp relay control circuit.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The backup lamps will not operate.

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

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Connector End View Reference

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Description and Operation

Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation Exterior Lighting Systems
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing
* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the inside rearview mirror.
2. Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 9 and ground.
3. Command the Backup Lamps ON and OFF with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.

• If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
• If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.

4. Ignition OFF, connect the harness connector at the inside rearview mirror. Disconnect the X5 harness connector at the underhood fuse block.
5. Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal H8 and ground.
6. Command the Backup Lamps ON and OFF with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.

• If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
• If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.

7. If all circuits test normal, replace the underhood fuse block.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the diagnostic procedure.

* Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement
* Control Module References Control Module References for BCM replacement, setup, and programming

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