DTC B256A
DTC B256A |
Diagnostic Instructions |
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Perform the
Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
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Review
Strategy Based Diagnosis
for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
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Diagnostic Procedure Instructions
provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
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DTC Descriptor |
DTC B256A 02
Liftgate Lamp Control Circuit Short to Ground
Diagnostic Fault Information |
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
Cargo Lamp Control | B256A 02 | 2 | 1 | - |
Cargo Lamp Ground | - | 2 | - | - |
1. Cargo Lamp Always ON 2. Cargo Lamp Always OFF |
Circuit/System Description |
When the body control module (BCM) receives a liftgate open signal, the BCM supplies B+ to the cargo lamp control circuit. This will illuminate the cargo lamp.
Conditions for Running the DTC |
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Ignition ON.
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The system voltage is between 9-16 V.
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Conditions for Setting the DTC |
The BCM detects a short to ground on the cargo lamp control circuit.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets |
The cargo lamps are inoperative.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC |
A current DTC clears when the diagnostic runs and passes.
Reference Information |
Schematic Reference
Interior Lights Schematics
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views
Description and Operation
Interior Lighting Systems Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
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Circuit Testing
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Connector Repairs
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Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
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Wiring Repairs
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Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification |
Command the Cargo Lamp ON and OFF with a scan tool. The cargo lamps should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
Circuit/System Testing |
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Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the appropriate cargo lamp.
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Test for less than 5 Ω between the ground circuit terminal 2 and ground.
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If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
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Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 1 and ground.
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Command the Cargo Lamp ON and OFF with a scan tool. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.
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If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
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If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to round or open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 BCM.
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If all circuits test normal, replace the cargo lamp.
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Repair Instructions |
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
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Rear Compartment Courtesy Lamp Replacement - Liftgate
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Rear Compartment Courtesy Lamp Replacement - Quarter Upper Trim
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Control Module References
for BCM replacement, programming and setup
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