PRE-RELEASE
DTC B260A
| DTC B260A |
| 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
has overviews of all diagnostic categories.
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| DTC Descriptor |
DTC B260A 00
Backlight and Display Dimming Request Circuit Malfunction
| Diagnostic Fault Information |
| Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
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Backlight and Display Dimming Request Signal
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B260A
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| Circuit/System Description |
The body control module (BCM) supplies a reference voltage to the backlight dimmer switch, which is part of the headlamp switch. When the backlight dimmer switch is placed in a desired brightness position, reference voltage is applied through the backlight dimmer switch rheostat to the BCM. The BCM interprets this voltage signal, then applies a pulse width modulated (PWM) voltage to the LED dimming supply circuit to all related interior lamps, illuminating them to the desired level of brightness.
| Conditions for Running the DTC |
The ignition is ON. Parklamps are illuminated.
| Conditions for Setting the DTC |
The BCM detects the instrument panel dimmer switch is ON for greater than 60 seconds.
| Action Taken When the DTC Sets |
The BCM will not dim or illuminate any LED backlighting supplied by the backlight lamp control circuits.
| Conditions for Clearing the DTC |
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The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists.
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A history DTC will clear once 100 consecutive malfunction ignition cycles have occurred.
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| Reference Information |
Schematic Reference
Interior Lights Dimming 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 information on diagnostic tools
| Circuit/System Verification |
Ignition ON, switch ON exterior lighting, vary the interior backlight from dim to full bright by using the dimmer switch. The interior backlighting should dim and then become full bright.
| Circuit/System Testing |
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Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the S30 Headlamp Switch.
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Ignition OFF, test for less than 5 Ω between the low reference circuit terminal 6 and ground.
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If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 Body Control Module.
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Connect a test lamp between the S30 Headlamp Switch harness connector terminal 1 and ground.
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Command with the scan tool the LED Backlight Dimming test the illumination ON/OFF.
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If the test lamp cannot be dimmed test the control circuit for a short to voltage or replace the K9 Body Control Module.
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If the test lamp do not emit at all test the control circuit for open/high resistance or replace the K9 Body Control Module.
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Verify the scan tool LED Backlight Dimming Command is less than 40-55%.
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If not the specified range, test the signal circuit terminal 12 for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 Body Control Module.
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Install a 3 A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 12 and the high reference circuit terminal 1. Verify the scan tool LED Backlight Dimming Command is at 5%.
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If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the K9 Body Control Module.
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If all circuits test normal, test or replace the S30 Headlamp Switch.
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| Repair Instructions |
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
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Headlamp Switch Replacement
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Control Module References
for information on BCM replacement, setup, and programming
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