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DTC B2485

DTC B2485

Diagnostic Instructions


Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.

Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.

Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.


DTC Descriptors

DTC B2485 02

Wireless Communication (BT) Antenna Circuit Short to Ground

DTC B2485 04

Wireless Communication (BT) Antenna Circuit Open

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit Short to Ground Open/High Resistance Short to Voltage Signal Performance
Signal B2485 02 B2485 04 - -


Circuit/System Description

The Bluetooth ® antenna is a small fixed antenna connected directly to the telematics communication interface control module and is used to send and receive signals from a Bluetooth ® enabled cellular phone. The antenna utilizes no cabling and is not external to the vehicle.

Conditions for Running the DTC


The ignition is in OFF, ACCESSORY or RUN position.

The system voltage is between 9-16 V.

The telematics communication interface control module tests the antenna once every second.


Conditions for Setting the DTC


B2485 02

The signal voltage is less than 1 V.

The above conditions must be met for 500 ms.



B2485 04

The signal voltage is greater than 2 V.

The above conditions must be met for 500 ms.


Actions Taken When the DTC Sets


The OnStar ® status LED turns red.

Bluetooth ® functionality is disabled.


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

OnStar Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

OnStar Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference


Circuit Testing

Connector Repairs

Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

Wiring Repairs


Circuit/System Testing


1. Verify the Bluetooth ® antenna is properly connected to the K73 telematics communication interface control module and is not damaged.

2. If the antenna is disconnected or damaged, repair or replace as necessary.

3. Ignition ON, verify the DTC B2485 is not set.

4. If the DTC is set, replace the Bluetooth ® antenna. Clear the DTC and cycle the ignition OFF then back ON. If the DTC resets as current, replace the K73 telematics communication interface control module.


Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification


Wireless Communication Interface Antenna Replacement

Control module, references for replacement, setup and programming of the telematic module for communication interface