REMOTE RADIO SWITCH TEST
Switch Switch Position Resistance
Right
(White)Volume Up 1.210 Kilohms
Right
(White)Volume Down 3.010 Kilohms
Right
(White)Mode Advance 0.0511 Kilohms
Left
(Black)Seek Up 0.261 Kilohms
Left
(Black)Seek Down 0.681 Kilohms
Left
(Black)Pre-Set Station
Advance0.162 Kilohms
NOTE: The right remote radio switch back is white
in color. The left switch back is black in color. The
right/left remote radio switch orientation is with the
steering wheel installed, and driver in drivers seat.
(4) If the switch resistance checks OK, go to Step
5. If not OK, replace the faulty switch.
(5) Check for continuity between the ground cir-
cuit cavity of the switch wire harness connector and
a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go
to Step 6. If not OK, repair the open circuit as
required.
(6) Unplug the 24-way white wire harness connec-
tor from the Body Control Module (BCM). Check for
continuity between the radio control circuit cavity of
the remote radio switch wire harness connector and a
good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go
to Step 7. If not OK, repair the short circuit as
required.
(7) Check for continuity between the radio control
circuit cavities of the remote radio switch wire har-
ness connector and the BCM wire harness connector.
There should be continuity. If OK, refer to the proper
Diagnostic Procedures manual to test the BCM and
the PCI data bus. If not OK, repair the open circuit
as required.
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO ELECTRICAL, RESTRAINTS
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the driver side airbag (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIRBAG -
REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the steering wheel (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/COLUMN/STEERING WHEEL -
REMOVAL).
(4) Unplug the wire harness connector from the
remote radio switch (es).
(5) Remove three screws securing steering wheel
rear cover.
(6) Remove the remote radio switch from the steer-
ing wheel by depressing tabs on each side of each
switch.
NOTE: The right remote radio switch back is white
in color. The left switch back is black in color. The
right/left remote radio switch orientation is with the
steering wheel installed, and driver in drivers seat.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO ELECTRICAL, RESTRAINTS
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Install remote radio switch to the steering
wheel.
(2) Install three screws securing steering wheel
rear cover.
(3) Connect the wire harness to the remote radio
switch.
(4) Install the steering wheel (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/COLUMN/STEERING WHEEL -
INSTALLATION).
(5) Install the driver side airbag (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIRBAG -
INSTALLATION).
(6) Connect the battery negative cable.
RSAUDIO/VIDEO8A-17
REMOTE SWITCHES (Continued)
SPEAKER
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
SPEAKER
WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, SIDE
AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
Any diagnosis of the Audio system should
begin with the use of the DRB IIItdiagnostic
tool. For information on the use of the DRB
IIIt, refer to the appropriate Diagnostic Service
Manual.
(1) If all speakers are inoperative, check the radio
fuses in the Junction Block (JB). If OK, go to Step 2.
If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or component as
required and replace the faulty fuse.
(2) Check the amplifier fuse (if equipped) in the
junction block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair
the shorted circuit or component as required and
replace the faulty fuse.
(3) Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Turn the radio receiver ON. Adjust the balance and
fader control controls to check the performance of
each individual speaker. Note the speaker locations
that are not performing correctly. Go to Step 4.
(4) Turn the radio receiver OFF. Turn the ignition
OFF. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. If vehicle isnotequipped with a amplifier,
remove the radio receiver. If vehicle is equipped with
an amplifier. disconnect wire harness connector at
output side of amplifier. Go to Step 4.
(5) Check both the speaker feed (+) circuit and
return (-) circuit cavities for the inoperative speaker
at the radio receiver wire harness connector for con-
tinuity to ground. There should be no continuity. If
OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, repair the shorted
speaker feed (+) and/or return (-) circuits(s) to the
speaker as required.(6) Disconnect wire harness connector at the inop-
erative speaker. Check for continuity between the
speaker feed (+) circuit cavities of the radio receiver
wire harness connector or if equipped, the amplifier
wire harness connector and the speaker wire harness
connector. Repeat the check between the speaker
return (-) circuit cavities of the radio receiver wire
harness connector and the speaker wire harness con-
nector. In each case, there should be continuity. If
OK, replace the faulty speaker. If not OK, repair the
open speaker feed (+) and/or return (-) circuits(s) as
required.
REMOVAL
D-PILLAR SPEAKER
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove rear header trim (right side speaker).
(3) Remove jack cover (left side speaker).
(4) Remove liftgate scuff plate.
(5) Remove upper seat belt bolt. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/SEAT BELT OUT-
BOARD FRONT - REMOVAL).
(6) Partially remove quarter trim panel to access
the D-pillar speaker.
(7) Slide the speaker from the retainer (Fig. 17).
(8) Disconnect the wire harness connector from the
speaker.
Fig. 17 D-PILLAR SPEAKER
1 - SPEAKER
2 - RETAINER
3 - TRIM PANEL
8A - 18 AUDIO/VIDEORS
PARK ASSIST SYSTEM
The Park Assist System display activates an audi-
ble tone that changes from intermittent to continu-
ous as the final two Light Emitting Diodes (LED's)
are illuminated on one side or both sides of the dis-
play.
The system detection length from the rear of the
vehicle is 0.3 meters to 1.5 meters. This area extends
around the rear side of the vehicle. The system detec-
tion height from the ground is 0.2 meters to about
1.5 meters. The radio mutes when the system acti-
vates its audible tone.
When the driver selects Reverse the system scans
for objects behind the vehicle using four sensors
located in the rear bumper. A warning display above
the rear window provides both visible and audible
warnings indicating the range of the object.
The system is active only when the transmission
gear selector is in reverse for vehicle speeds less than
16 Km/h (10 mph). If the vehicle's Parking/Emer-
gency Brake is applied, the system is deactivated.
The display contains two sets of yellow and red
Light Emitting Diode's (LED's) that the driver can
see as they look over their shoulder while backing
up. Each side of the vehicle has its own warning
LED's. The system provides a visual warning by illu-
minating one or more yellow LED's as the vehicle
gets closer to the object. As the vehicle continues to
approach the object, one red LED is illuminated and
the system emits a series of short beeps. The tone
will remain constant and both red LED's are illumi-
nated once the vehicle is within 12 inches (30.5 cm)
of the object.
The system can be turned ON or OFF through the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) when
the vehicle is in PARK. If the park assist system is
turned OFF, a single chime will sound and the EVIC
will display the following message ªREAR PARK
ASSIST OFFº, when the vehicle is in reverse.
²Ensure that the rear bumper is free of dirt and
debris to keep the system operating properly.
²Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations
could affect the performance of the system.
²Ensure that the parking brake is not applied.
If ªService Park Assist Systemº appears in the
EVIC after making sure the rear bumper is clean,
proceed to diagnose the system using a scan tool and
the appropriate diagnostic information.
WARNING
On vehicles equipped with airbags, disable
the airbag system before attempting any steer-
ing wheel, steering column, or instrument
panel component diagnosis or service. Discon-
nect and isolate the battery negative (ground)
cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag sys-
tem capacitor to discharge before performing
further diagnosis or service. This is the only
sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure
to take the proper precautions could result in
accidental airbag deployment, personal injury,
or death.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CHIME SYSTEM
Refer to the proper Body Diagnostic Procedures
manual for complete Diagnosis and Testing of the
Chime System.
NO TONE WHEN IGNITION SWITCH IS TURNED ON
AND DRIVER'S SEAT BELT IS NOT BUCKLED.
(1) Using a DRB llltscan tool, actuate chime
(BCM actuates).
(2) Using a voltmeter, check for voltage:
(a) BCM has two battery feeds at pin 1 and pin
5 of the 6±way connector.
(b) Pin 5 of the (BX2) 32 way connector of the
BCM for ignition feed.
(c) Check voltage (PX2) connector, pin 34 for 12v.
(d) If voltage OK, go to step Step 3
(e) If NO voltage repair as necessary. Refer to
the appropriate wiring information. The wiring
information includes wiring diagrams, proper wire
and connector repair procedures, further details on
wire harness routing and retention, as well as pin-
out and location views for the various wire harness
connectors, splices and grounds.
(3) Check drivers seat belt buckle switch input
(from Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) for a
closed circuit when not buckled. If input not seen,
look for open in wiring or switch. The switch is
grounded when belt is not buckled.
(4) Verify Programmable Communication Interface
(PCI) data bus communication between ORC and
BCM.
8B - 2 CHIME/BUZZERRS
CHIME/BUZZER (Continued)
²System diagnostics - diagnosis and error han-
dling (sensors, display, module).
²Data exchange over the Programmable Commu-
nication Interface (PCI) data bus.
OPERATION
The module has a number of functions:
²Supply voltage to the sensors and display.
²Disconnection of the display with bus idle and
over voltage Vmax.
²Triggering the sensors.
²Analyze echo delay times and calculate obstacle
distances.
²Bi-directional data communication to the display
for diagnosis.
²System diagnostics - diagnosis and error han-
dling (sensors, display, module).
²Data exchange over the Programmable Commu-
nication Interface (PCI) data bus.
The system detection length from the rear of the
vehicle is 0.3 meters to 1.5 meters. This area extends
around the rear side of the vehicle. The system detec-
tion height from the ground is 0.2 meters to about
1.5 meters. The radio mutes when the system acti-
vates its audible tone.When the driver selects Reverse, the system scans
for objects behind the vehicle using four sensors
located in the rear bumper. Objects can be detected
from up to 1.5 meters. A warning display above the
rear window provides both visible and audible warn-
ings indicating the range of the object.
The system is active only when the vehicle is in
reverse for vehicle speeds less than 16 Km/h (10
mph). If the vehicles Parking/Emergency Brake is
applied, the system is deactivated.
The display contains two sets of yellow and red
Light Emitting Diode's (LED's) that the driver can
see as they look over their shoulder while backing
up. Each side of the vehicle has its own warning
LED's. The system provides a visual warning by illu-
minating one or more yellow LED's as the vehicle
gets closer to the object. As the vehicle continues to
approaches the object, one red LED is illuminated
and the system emits a series of short beeps. The
tone will remain constant and both red LED's are
illuminated once the vehicle is within 12 inches (30.5
cm) of the object.
The system can be turned ON or OFF through the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) when
the vehicle is in PARK. If the park assist system is
turned OFF, a single chime will sound and the EVIC
will display the following message ªREAR PARK
ASSIST OFFº, when the vehicle is in reverse.
²Ensure that the rear bumper is free of dirt and
debris to keep the system operating properly.
²Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations
could affect the performance of the system.
²Ensure that the parking brake is not applied.
If ªService Park Assist Systemº appears in the
EVIC after making sure the rear bumper is clean,
proceed to diagnose the system using a scan tool and
the appropriate diagnostic information.
To diagnose the Park Assist Module, use a scan
tool and the appropriate body diagnostic information.
REMOVAL
(1) Open hood.
(2)
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
(3) Remove the left quarter trim panel (Refer to 23
- BODY/INTERIOR/QUARTER TRIM PANEL -
REMOVAL).
Fig. 3 PARK ASSIST MODULE - LOCATION
1 - RETAINING SCREW J-CLIPS
2 - LEFT QUARTER PANEL/C-PILLAR
3 - MODULE RETAINING SCREWS
4 - PARK ASSIST MODULE
RSCHIME/BUZZER8B-5
PARK ASSIST MODULE (Continued)
The BCM utilizes integrated circuitry and informa-
tion carried on the Programmable Communications
Interface (PCI) data bus network along with many
hard wired inputs to monitor many sensor and
switch inputs throughout the vehicle. In response to
those inputs, the internal circuitry and programming
of the BCM allow it to control and integrate many
electronic functions and features of the vehicle
through both hard wired outputs and the transmis-
sion of electronic message outputs to other electronic
modules in the vehicle over the PCI data bus.
OPERATION
The Body Control Module (BCM) supplies vehicle
occupants with visual and audible information and
controls various vehicle functions. To provide and
receive information, the BCM is interfaced to the
vehicle's serial bus communications network, referred
to as the Programmable Communications Interface
(PCI) bus.
This network consists of the;
²Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
²Transmission Control Module (TCM)
²Mechanical Instrument Cluster (MIC)
²Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
²Compass/Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC)
²Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
²Controller Antilock Brake (CAB)
²HVAC Control Module
²Sliding Door Control Modules (driver and pas-
senger side doors)
²Power Liftgate Module (PLG)
²Audio system equipped with RAZ, RBU, RBK,
and RBB radios.
²Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM).
²Side Impact Airbag Control Module (SIACM)²Memory Seat Module (MSM)
²Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM)
The BCM is operational when battery power is
supplied to the module.
The BCM provides the following features:
²Power Door Locks
²Automatic Door Locks
²Battery Protection - The BCM will automatically
turn off all exterior lamps after 3 minutes, and all
interior lamps after 15 minutes after the ignition is
turned off, if they are not turned off by the driver.
²Chime Control
²Compass/Mini-Trip support.
²Interior Lighting (Courtesy/Reading Lamps)
²BCM Diagnostic Reporting
²Electronic Liftgate Release (with Power Door
Locks)
²Exterior Lighting
²Headlamp Time Delay (with/without Automatic
Headlamps)
²Illuminated Entry
²Fade to Off Interior Lamps - This feature dims
the interior lighting (courtesy lamps) gradually if the
BCM does not receive any new inputs that would
cause the interior lamps to remain on.
²Pulse Width Modulated Instrument Panel Dim-
ming
²Door Lock Inhibit - This feature disables the
door lock functions if the key is in the ignition and
either front door is ajar. Pressing the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) lock/unlock button under these condi-
tions result in normal lock/unlock activation.
The BCM has the ability to LEARN additional fea-
tures in the vehicle, provided the appropriate switch
input and PCI data bus messages are received. Refer
to the LEARNED FEATURES table.
LEARNED FEATURES
FEATURE LEARNING KEY
REAR WIPER CONTROL ON HVAC CONTROL ON
INSTRUMENT PANELPCI BUS MESSAGE RECEIVED FROM HVAC
CONTROL
AUTOMATIC HEADLAMPS PCI MESSAGE FROM OVERHEAD OR HEADLAMP
SWITCH POSITION (AUTO)
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SKREEM MESSAGE RECEIVED FROM MODULE
FRONT FOG LAMPS HEADLAMP SWITCH POSITION (PARK W/FRONT
FOG LAMPS)
POWER SLIDING DOOR PCI IFR RECEIVED FROM MODULE
THE BCM HAS FOUR SWITCH INPUTS FOR THE POWER SLIDING DOOR FEATURE; LOCATED IN THE
OVERHEAD CONSOLE ARE THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE SLIDING DOOR SWITCHES TO ACTIVATE EITHER
OR BOTH SLIDING DOORS UNDER THE PROPER CONDITIONS. ALSO ARE B-PILLAR SWITCHES LOCATED
ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT B-PILLAR POSTS.
POWER LIFTGATE PCI IFR RECEIVED FROM MODULE
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BODY CONTROL MODULE (Continued)
FEATURE LEARNING KEY
THE BCM HAS ONE LIFTGATE INPUT LOCATED IN THE OVERHEAD CONSOLE.
POWER LOCKOUT SWITCH INPUT
THE BCM HAS ONE LOCKOUT SWITCH INPUT THAT WHEN ENABLED WILL DISABLE THE B-PILLAR
SLIDING DOOR SWITCHES FROM ACTIVATING EITHER SLIDING DOOR WHEN DEPRESSED.
PCI AUDIO SYSTEM PCI MESSAGE RECEIVED FROM MODULE
REMOTE RADIO CONTROLS REMOTE RADIO SWITCHES PRESENT
VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY SKREEM MESSAGE RECEIVED, VALID KEY
RECEIVED, & DIAGNOSTIC PID RECEIVED.
MEMORY SEAT AND MIRRORS MEMORY SEAT SWITCH PRESENT AND OR PCI
MESSAGE RECEIVED FROM MEMORY MODULE
ABS W/TRACTION CONTROL PCI MESSAGE RECEIVED FROM CAB
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM PCI MESSAGE RECEIVED FROM SKIM OR VTSS
PRESENT
ADJUSTABLE PEDAL MODULE PCI MESSAGE RECEIVED FROM ADJUSTABLE
PEDAL MODULE (APM)
When replacing a BCM there are three modules
available:
²Base
²Midline
²RG - Export
The Midline controller is used on vehicles that
have Power Door Locks. If a vehicle is equipped with
the Vehicle Theft Security System, the Midline con-
troller becomes a Premium when the theft feature is
enabled.
CAUTION: Do not swap Body Control Modules
between vehicles or body controller's off the shelf.
The BCM has internal diagnostic capability that
assists in diagnosing the system error. When an
OPEN or a SHORT circuit exists, the diagnostic tool
can be used to read the BCM faults. The faults are
very descriptive in identifying the appropriate fea-
ture that has faulted.
The only two faults that the BCM logs that con-
clude the replacement of a BCM are faults;
²# 01 - Internal BCM failure (replace BCM)
²# 1F - J1850 Internal Hardware Failure (replace
BCM)
Otherwise the appropriate diagnostic procedures
for each of the features should be taken when the
BCM logs a fault.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the lower instrument panel silencer.(3) Remove the knee blocker and reinforcement
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/KNEE
BLOCKER REINFORCEMENT - REMOVAL).
(4) Disconnect the five wire connectors from the
bottom of the Body Control Module (BCM).
(5) Move bulkhead wiring aside.
(6) Remove the screws holding the BCM to the
bulkhead.
(7) Remove the BCM from the mounting bracket.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the BCM to the mounting bracket.
(2) Install the screws holding the BCM to the
bulkhead.
(3) Connect the five wire connectors to the bottom
of the Body Control Module (BCM).
(4) Install the knee blocker and reinforcement
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/KNEE
BLOCKER REINFORCEMENT - INSTALLATION).
(5) Install the lower instrument panel silencer.
(6) Connect the battery negative cable.
(7) Verify proper operation of BCM and its func-
tions.
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK
BRAKE
DESCRIPTION
The controller antilock brake (CAB) is a micropro-
cessor-based device which monitors the antilock
brake system (ABS) during normal braking and con-
trols it when the vehicle is in an ABS stop. The CAB
is mounted to the HCU as part of the integrated con-
trol unit (ICU) (Fig. 1). The CAB uses a 24-way elec-
8E - 4 ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULESRS
BODY CONTROL MODULE (Continued)
FRONT CONTROL MODULE
DESCRIPTION
The Front Control Module (FCM) is a micro con-
troller based module located in the engine compart-
ment. The FCM mates to the Power Distribution
Center (PDC) to form the Integrated Power Module
(IPM). The IPM connects directly to the battery and
provides the primary means of circuit protection and
power distribution for all vehicle electrical systems.
The FCM controls power to some of these vehicle sys-
tems electrical and electromechanical loads based on
inputs received from hard wired switch inputs and
data received on the Programmable Communications
Interface (PCI) data bus.
For information on the IPM, (Refer to 8 - ELEC-
TRICAL/POWER DISTRIBUTION/INTEGRATED
POWER MODULE - DESCRIPTION)
OPERATION
As messages are sent over the Programmable Com-
munications Interface (PCI) data bus, the Front Con-
trol Module (FCM) reads these messages and controls
power to some of the vehicles electrical systems by
completing the circuit to ground (low side driver) or
completing the circuit to 12 volt power (high side
driver).
The following functions arecontrolledby the
Front Control Module:
²Accessory Relay Actuation
²Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Functions
(BTSI - gas engine only)
²Diesel Cabin Heater (Diesel Engine Vehicles)
²Electronic Back Light (EBL) Rear Defogger
²Front and Rear Blower Motor Relay Actuation
²Front Fog Lamp Relay Actuation
²Washer Motor (front and rear)
²Front Windshield Wiper ªHIº & ªLOº Relay
Actuation
²Front Windshield Wiper ªONº Relay Actuation
²Headlamp Power with Voltage Regulation
²Horn Relay Actuation
²Headlamp Washer Relay Actuation (IF
EQUIPPED - EXPORT ONLY)
²Name Brand Speaker (NBS) Relay Actuation
²Park Lamp Relay Actuation
The following inputs areReceived/Monitoredby
the Front Control Module:
²Ambient Temperature Sensing
²Back-Up switch
²Brake Fluid Level
²B+ Connection Detection
²Engine Crank Signal (Diesel Engine Vehicles)
²Horn Input
²Ignition Switch Start Only
²Ignition Switch Run and Start Only²Stop Lamp Sense
²Washer Fluid Level
²Windshield Wiper Park
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
FRONT CONTROL MODULE
The Front Control Module (FCM) is a printed cir-
cuit board based module with a on-board micro-pro-
cessor. The FCM interfaces with other electronic
modules in the vehicle via the Programmable Com-
munications Interface (PCI) data bus. In order to
obtain conclusive testing the PCI data bus and all of
the electronic modules that provide inputs to, or
receive outputs from the FCM must be checked. All
PCI communication faults must be resolved prior to
further diagnosing any front control module related
issues.
The FCM was designed to be diagnosed with an
appropriate diagnostic scan tool, such as the DRB
IIIt. The most reliable, efficient, and accurate means
to diagnose the front control module requires the use
of a DRB IIItscan tool and the proper Body Diag-
nostic Procedures manual.
Before any testing of the FCM is attempted, the
battery should be fully charged and all wire harness
and ground connections inspected around the affected
areas on the vehicle.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the negative and posi-
tive battery cables from the battery.
(2) Remove the battery (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/BATTERY SYSTEM/BATTERY - REMOVAL).
(3) Using a long flat-bladed screwdriver, gently
twist the Integrated Power Module (IPM) retaining
clip outboard to free the IPM from its mounting
bracket (Fig. 5). Rotate IPM upward to access the
Front Control Module (FCM) retaining screws.
(4) Remove the front control module retaining
screws.
(5) Pull the FCM straight from the IPM assembly
to disconnect the electrical connector (Fig. 6) and
remove the FCM from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Front Control Module must be programmed
to the correct radio EQ curve using the DRB IIIT.
This will ensure that the audio system is operating
correctly.
(1) Install the Front Control Module (FCM) in the
Integrated Power Module (IPM) assembly by pushing
the 49-way electrical connector straight in.
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(2) Install the FCM retaining screws. Torque the
screws to 1 N´m (7 in. lbs).
(3) Rotate the IPM assembly downward to secure
in mounting bracket.
(4) Install the battery in the vehicle. Refer to the
procedure in Battery Systems.
(5) Connect the positive and negative battery
cables.(6) Using the DRB IIIt, under ªFRONT CON-
TROL MODULEº then ªMISCº program the EQ
curve of the radio into the Front Control Module.
Refer to the appropriate diagnostic manual.
NOTE: If the vehicle is not equipped with Name
Brand Speakers (Infinity, etc.) or Headlamp Washers
the DRB IIITmust be used to Disable the appropri-
ate relays in the Integrated Power Module Assem-
bly.
HEATED SEAT MODULE
DESCRIPTION
Vehicles equipped with heated seats utilize two
heated seat modules. The heated seat modules are
located under the front seats, where they are secured
to the seat cushion pans. Each heated seat module
has three connector receptacles that allow the mod-
ules to be connected to all of the required inputs and
outputs through the seat wire harness.
The heated seat modules are an electronic micro-
processor controlled device designed and programmed
to use inputs from the ignition switch, heated seat
switch and the heated seat sensor to operate and
control the heated seat elements in the front seat.
OPERATION
The heated seat module operates on fused battery
current received from the Integrated Power Module
(IPM). The module is grounded at all times through
the seat wire harness. Inputs to the module include a
resistor multiplexed heated seat switch request cir-
cuit for the heated seat switch and the heated seat
sensor inputs from the seat cushions of each front
seat. In response to those inputs the heated seat
module controls battery current feeds to the heated
seat elements.
When a heated seat switch request signal is
received by the heated seat module and the enable
input is high, the heated seat module energizes the
selected heated seat sensor circuit and the sensor
provides the module with an input indicating the
surface temperature of the selected seat cushion.
The Low heat set point is approximately 35É C (95É
F), and the High heat set point is approximately 40É
C (104É F). If the seat cushion surface temperature
input is below the temperature set point for the
selected temperature setting, the heated seat module
energizes an N-channel Field Effect Transistor
(N-FET) within the module which energizes the
heated seat elements in the selected seat cushion and
back. When the sensor input to the module indicates
the correct temperature set point has been achieved,
the module de-energizes the N-FET which de-ener-
Fig. 5 REMOVING INTEGRATED POWER MODULE
Fig. 6 FRONT CONTROL MODULE
1 - FRONT CONTROL MODULE
8E - 8 ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULESRS
FRONT CONTROL MODULE (Continued)