
Published: 11-May-2011
Steering Column Switches - Steering Column Switches - Overview
Description and Operation
OVERVIEW
The steering column multifunction switch is situated on the steering column and consists of the wiper switch, the turn signal
indicator/lighting switch and the trip computer switch.
The RH (right-hand) multifunction switch controls the following windshield wiper functions:
Flick wipe
Intermittent wipe
Slow speed wipe
High speed wipe
Wash/Wipe
Headlamp powerwash
Rain sensing / variable wipe selection.
The LH (left-hand) multifunction switch controls the following functions:
Turn signal indicators
Side lamps
Headlamps
Auto lamps
High/low beam
Headlamp flash
Headlamp timer
Trip computer.
The steering column adjustment switch is located in the steering column lower shroud on the LH side. The switch is a 4 position 'joystick' which controls reach and rake adjustment.
The trip button allows the driver to cycle though an option menu and also reset trip cycle mileage calculations. The trip
computer information is displayed in the instrument cluster message centre.
Steering wheel mounted switches on the LH side of the driver's airbag, control the audio and telephone functions. Switches on the RH side of the driver's airbag, control the speed control functions. The steering wheel has an internal heating element. This is controlled by the driver via the Touch Screen Display (TSD). www.JagDocs.com

path is completed and a signal voltage is returned to the instrument cluster via a resistor. The returned reference voltage is
detected by the instrument cluster and performs the requested trip function.
RIGHT HAND MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH
The instrument cluster outputs 4 separate reference voltages to the following switch functions:
Wash/wipe switch
Intermittent wipe switch
Master wiper switch
Flick wipe switch.
Wash/Wipe Switch
The reference voltage is supplied to one of two resistors connected in parallel. When the switch is not being operated the
current flows through one resistor and the returned signal voltage is monitored by the instrument cluster. When the wash/wipe
switch is operated, a connection is made and the current flows through the second resistor. The change in signal voltage is
detected by the instrument cluster which outputs a message on the medium speed CAN bus to the CJB to activate the wash/wipe function.
Intermittent Delay/Auto Wipe Switch
The reference voltage is supplied to the switch and can pass through up to 7 resistors, connected in series, for intermittent
delay selections and the auto wipe function.
When the rotary switch is in the auto position the reference voltage flows through 1 resistor. The returned signal voltage is
detected by the instrument cluster which determines auto wipe is selected. The instrument cluster outputs a message on the
medium speed CAN bus to the CJB to activate the auto wipe function.
With the rotary switch in one of the intermittent positions, the reference voltage is routed through up to 7 of the resistors
depending on the delay period selected. The returned signal voltage is detected by the instrument cluster which determines
selected delay period. The instrument cluster outputs a message on the medium speed CAN bus to the CJB to activate the selected intermittent wipe function.
NOTE: The delay period for the intermittent selections can vary according to vehicle speed.
Master Wiper Switch
The reference voltage supplied from the instrument cluster to the master wiper switch. The voltage can pass through up to 4
resistors connected in series.
When the switch is in the off position, the reference voltage passes through 4 resistors and the returned voltage is monitored
by the instrument cluster. The instrument cluster outputs a message on the medium speed CAN bus to the CJB that no wiper selections have been requested.
With the switch in the intermittent, slow wipe or fast wipe position, the reference voltage passes through 3, 2 or 1 resistors
respectively. The returned signal voltage is detected by the instrument cluster which determines selected delay period. The
instrument cluster outputs a message on the medium speed CAN bus to the CJB to activate the selected wipe function. Flick Wipe Switch
The reference voltage is supplied to one of two resistors connected in parallel. When the switch is not being operated the
current flows through one resistor and the returned signal voltage is monitored by the instrument cluster. When the flick wipe
switch is operated, a connection is made and the current flows through the second resistor. The change in signal voltage is
detected by the instrument cluster which outputs a message on the medium speed CAN bus to the CJB to activate the flick wipe function.
STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
The instrument cluster supplies 2 reference voltages to the column adjustment switch.
The first reference voltage is supplied to the joystick switch. When the switch is moved to one of its 4 positions, the switch
contact is completed and the reference voltage is passed through one of 4 different resistors with different values. The
returned signal voltage is measured by the instrument cluster which determines the selected column adjust request. The
instrument cluster outputs a supply to the steering column adjustment motor and energizes the applicable clutch solenoid to
move the column to the desired position.
The second reference voltage is supplied to the auto/manual selection of the switch. When the switch is in the auto position,
the reference voltage passes directly through the switch contacts and is measured by the instrument cluster. The instrument
cluster outputs a message on the medium speed CAN bus to the driver seat module which responds with the recorded memory position setting. The instrument cluster then activates the column adjustment motor and clutch solenoids to move the column
to the memorized position. When the switch is in the manual position the reference circuit is broken. The instrument cluster
detects the broken circuit and allows manual operation of the column adjustment switch to move the column.
HEATED STEERING WHEEL
The heated steering wheel receives a battery power supply via the CJB. The heated steering wheel is controlled by the driver using a selection on the TSD. When the driver selects the heated steering wheel to be active, the request is passed from the
TSD on the MOST ring to the information and entertainment module. The information and entertainment module converts the

battery power supply to be passed via the slip ring assembly in the steering wheel to the heated steering wheel control
module. The steering wheel module supplies power to the steering wheel heater element and also monitors the temperature
via a NTC (negative temperature coefficient) temperature sensor incorporated into the heater element. The control module
varies the power supply to the element to maintain the steering wheel rim at the optimum temperature.
Component Description STEERING COLUMN MULTIFUNCTION SWITCHES
The steering column multifunction switches are situated on the steering column and consists of the wiper switch, the turn
signal indicator/lighting switch and the trip computer switch.
The steering column adjustment switch is located in the steering column lower shroud on the LH side. The switch is a 4 position 'joystick' which controls reach and rake adjustment.
Steering wheel mounted switches on the LH side of the driver's airbag, control the audio and telephone functions. Switches on the RH side of the driver's airbag, control the speed control functions. For additional information, refer to:
Audio System (415-01A Information and Entertainment System, Description and Operation), Speed Control (310-03A, Description and Operation),
Speed Control (310-03B, Description and Operation),
Speed Control (310-03C, Description and Operation).
Two transmission paddle switches are located at the rear of the steering wheel.
Refer to: External Controls (307-05, Description and Operation).
LH Multifunction Switch
Item Description 1 High beam 2 Lighting control rotary switch 3 RH turn signal indicator 4 Headlamp flash 5 LH turn signal indicator 6 Trip computer function button The LH multifunction switch controls the following windshield wiper functions:

Turn signal indicators
Side lamps
Headlamps
Auto lamps
High/low beam
Headlamp flash
Headlamp timer
Trip computer.
The switch is located in a slot in the clockspring and secured with 2 plastic clips.
RH Multifunction Switch
The RH multifunction switch controls the following windshield wiper functions: Flick wipe
Intermittent wipe
Slow speed wipe
High speed wipe
Wash/Wipe
Headlamp powerwash
Rain sensing / variable wipe selection.
The switch is located in a slot in the clockspring and secured with 2 plastic clips.
STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
The column adjustment switch is located in the steering column lower shroud and held in place with a spring clip. The switch
allows the adjustment of the steering column for both reach and rake angle. The switch has an auto position which allows the
desired position of the column to be set by the driver using the driver's seat memory buttons. The column position is Item Description 1 Auto/intermittent rotary switch 2 Fast wipe 3 Slow wipe 4 Intermittent wipe 5 Off position 6 Wash/wipe 7 Flick wipe www.JagDocs.com

rear window heater switch is pressed or the engine stops.
Automatic operation during a journey is initiated when low ambient air temperatures are experienced and the vehicle has been
travelling for a set period of time above a threshold speed. In this instance, no feedback is given to the driver to inform him
the rear window heater is operational (the switch LED is not illuminated). The duration of heater operation is variable depending on the ambient air temperature, vehicle speed and the amount of time the vehicle has been travelling.
Windshield Heater (Where Fitted)
Windshield heater operation is only enabled when the engine is running. The ATC module controls operation of the windshield heater using two relays in the EJB (engine junction box). When windshield heater operation is required, the ATC module broadcasts a message to the CJB on the medium speed CAN bus. On receipt of the message, the CJB energizes the relays by providing a ground path for both relay coils. This allows a battery feed to flow across the relays to power the windshield left
and right heater elements.
There are two modes of windshield heater operation; manual and automatic.
Manual operation is activated by pressing the windshield heater switch on the integrated control panel. When the switch is
pressed, the status LED in the switch illuminates and the windshield heater elements are energized. Manual operation is discontinued when the windshield heater switch is pressed a second time, 5 minutes have elapsed (the heating phase), or the
engine stops. If manual operation is discontinued by the engine stopping, the previous heating phase is resumed if the engine
is re-started within 30 seconds.
There are two variants of automatic operation; automatic operation at the start of a journey and automatic operation during a
journey.
Automatic operation at the start of a journey is initiated if the ambient air temperature is below 5 °C (41 °F). In this instance,
the switch LED is illuminated and the heater elements are energized for 6.5 minutes. Automatic operation is discontinued if the windshield heater switch is pressed or the engine stops.
Automatic operation during a journey is initiated when low ambient air temperatures are experienced and the vehicle has been
travelling for a set period of time above a threshold speed. In this instance, no feedback is given to the driver to inform him
the windshield heater is operational (the switch LED is not illuminated) and the duration of operation is variable depending upon the ambient air temperature, vehicle speed and the amount of time the vehicle has been travelling.
Exterior Mirror Heaters
Operation of the exterior mirror heaters is fully automatic and not controllable by the driver. Exterior mirror heater operation is
determined by ambient air temperature and windshield wiper status. When ambient air temperature reaches a pre-determined
level, the ATC module broadcasts an exterior mirror heating request to the door modules over the medium speed CAN bus. On receipt of this message, the door modules provide feed and ground connections to both exterior mirror heater elements.
The amount of time the exterior mirror heaters are operational increases if the windshield wipers are switched on. This ensures
the mirrors remain mist free in damp and wet conditions, where there is an increased risk of misting.
Seat Heaters (Where Fitted)
There are four seat heater settings available; off, 1, 2 and 3, which can be selected on the home and climate control screens
of the TSD. The heat setting is relayed to the vehicle occupants through a graduated display on the TSD.
Operation of the heated seats is controlled by the ATC module. When the ATC module receives a heating request from the TSD, it broadcasts a message to the CJB over the medium speed CAN bus. The CJB then provides a hardwired 12 V supply to the three heater elements in the related front seat. The heater elements, two in the seat cushion and one in the seat squab,
are wired in series. The ATC module monitors seat temperature using a temperature sensor located in each seat cushion. The CJB provides the temperature sensors with a 5 V supply. The level of the returned voltage back to the CJB is proportional to the seat temperature. The value of the return signal is broadcast to the ATC module, over the medium speed CAN bus, which allows it to control the seat temperature to the required level. The ATC module will suspend or disable operation of the seat heaters if any of the following occur:
Battery voltage exceeds 16.5 ± 0.3 V for more than 5 seconds. Seat heating is re-enabled when battery voltage
decreases to 16.2 ± 0.3 V.
If a short or open circuit is detected.
If the seat heat temperature rises significantly above the target temperature setting.
The graduated display on the TSD remains illuminated until the seat heaters are turned off or the engine stops. If the engine
is restarted within 30 seconds the seat heater resumes the previous heating level.

ETM Test/no. Message Center Display Gauge/Indicator/Display
Tested.
Range
Description DDC
PDC Passenger Door Control (PDC)
modules.. FAULTY.
Coms never received
Coms error . 28 - Module MODULE STATUS. Provides status of; Keyless
CONNECTED
Communication (Coms) ok status. vehicle module (KVM), Drivers KVM
seat module (DSM), WAITING Coms not received, not an DSM
Infotainment control module MISSING issue ICM
(ICM) and Integrated control FAULTY. Coms never received ICP
panel (ICP) modules.. Coms error . 29 - Module MODULE STATUS. Provides status of; Front smart
CONNECTED
Communication (Coms) ok status. junction box (FSJB), Rear smart FSJB
junction box (RSJB), Tyre WAITING Coms not received, not an RSJB
pressure monitoring system MISSING issue TPMS
(TPMS) and Adaptive front FAULTY. Coms never received AFLS
lighting system (AFLS) modules. Coms error . 30 - Module MODULE STATUS. Provides status of; Passive
CONNECTED
Communication (Coms) ok status. anti-theft system (PATS), Blind PATS
Spot Monitoring (BSM), Gear WAITING Coms not received, not an BSM
shift module (GSM) and Starter MISSING issue GSM
Control Unit (SCU) modules. FAULTY. Coms never received SCU Coms error . 31- Back to
test 2. GAUGE SWEEP. Tachometer and speedometer. N/A. Repeats display cycle from test 2.
1. If the cause is not visually evident, check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and refer to the DTC Index.
DTC Index
CAUTION: When probing connectors to take measurements in the course of the pinpoint tests, use the adaptor kit, part
number 3548-1358-00
NOTES:
If the control module or a component is suspect and the vehicle remains under manufacturer warranty, refer to the
Warranty Policy and Procedures manual (section B1.2), or determine if any prior approval programme is in operation, prior to
the installation of a new module/component.
Generic scan tools may not read the codes listed, or may read only five digit codes. Match the five digits from the scan
tool to the first five digits of the seven digit code listed to identify the fault (the last two digits give extra information read by
the manufacturer-approved diagnostic system).
When performing voltage or resistance tests, always use a digital multimeter (DMM) accurate to three decimal places and
with a current calibration certificate. When testing resistance, always take the resistance of the DMM leads into account.
Check and rectify basic faults before beginning diagnostic routines involving pinpoint tests.
If DTCs are recorded and, after performing the pinpoint tests, a fault is not present, an intermittent concern may be the
cause. Always check for loose connections and corroded terminals.
DTC Description Possible Cause Action B100811
Wiper Mode
Switch
Master wiper switch circuit -
short to ground Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check master
wiper switch circuit for short to ground B100815
Wiper Mode
Switch
Master wiper switch circuit -
short to power, open circuit Carry out any pinpoint tests associated with this DTC using
the manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check master wiper switch
circuit for short to power, open circuit B100951
Ignition
Authorisation
Instrument cluster power and
ground supply circuits - short,
open circuit
Target SID synchronization
error following re-programming
CAN fault Carry out any pinpoint tests associated with this DTC using
the manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check instrument cluster power
and ground supply circuits for short, open circuit. Perform the
Immobilisation application from the Set-up menu using the
manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Check CAN
communications between instrument cluster and tester www.JagDocs.com

DTC Description Possible Cause Action B100D96
Column Lock
Authorisation -
Component
internal failure
Battery voltage at electric
steering column lock control
module too low
Torque load on steering
column
CAN fault
Electric steering column lock
control module - Internal
failure
Clear DTC, repeatedly lock and unlock car using the
key fob and retest
If fault persists, check that the vehicle battery supply
voltage is between 9-16 volts. Rectify as required
Ensure the column lock bolt movement is not
obstructed or restricted (the parked position of the
road wheels may be exerting a turning force through
the steering column, preventing the lock from
releasing. The steering wheel may need to be held
against the force to allow the column lock to
release). Clear DTC, repeatedly lock and unlock car
using the key fob and retest
If fault persists, complete a CAN network integrity
test using the manufacturers approved diagnostic
system. Alternatively, refer to the electrical circuit
diagrams and check CAN circuits between the central
junction box, the instrument cluster and the
electronic steering column lock. Refer to the electrical
circuit diagrams and check the central junction box,
the instrument cluster and the electronic steering
column lock power and ground supply circuits for short
circuit to ground, short circuit to power, open circuit,
high resistance. Repair circuit(s) as required. Clear
DTC, perform an on demand self-test and retest
If fault persists, check and install a new electric
steering column lock control module as required B102487 Start Control Unit
Smart card docking station
failure - slave node not
responding Carry out any pinpoint tests associated with this DTC using
the manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check the smart card docking
station LIN circuit for short, open circuit. Suspect the smart
card docking station, check and install a new docking station
as required, refer to the new module/component installation
note at the top of the DTC Index B104611
Front Fog Lamp
Control Switch
Fog lamp switch circuit - short
to ground Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check fog lamp
switch circuit for short to ground B104615
Front Fog Lamp
Control Switch
Fog lamp switch circuit - short
to power, open circuit Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check fog lamp
switch circuit for short to power, open circuit B104811
Brake Fluid Level
Switch
Brake fluid level switch circuit
- short to ground Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check brake fluid
level switch circuit for short to ground B10A011
Wiper/ Washer
Switch
Wash/wipe circuit - short to
ground Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check wash/wipe
circuit for short to ground B10A015
Wiper/ Washer
Switch
Wash/wipe circuit - short to
power, open circuit Carry out any pinpoint tests associated with this DTC using
the manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check wash/wipe circuit for
short to power, open circuit B10A611 Main Light Switch
Master lighting switch circuit -
short to ground Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check master
lighting switch circuit for short to ground B10A615 Main Light Switch
Master lighting switch circuit -
short to power, open circuit Carry out any pinpoint tests associated with this DTC using
the manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check master lighting switch
circuit for short to power, open circuit B112B87
Steering Wheel
Module
Steering wheel module failure
- slave node not responding Carry out any pinpoint tests associated with this DTC using
the manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check the clockspring LIN
circuit for short, open circuit. Suspect the clockspring, check
and install a new clockspring as required, refer to the new
module/component installation note at the top of the DTC
Index B115C7A
Transfer Fuel
Pump
Fuel pump system fault Check for fuel system jet pump or jet pump fuel level sensor
fault B1A8515
Ambient Light
Sensor
Autolamp sensor circuit - short
to power, open circuit Carry out any pinpoint tests associated with this DTC using
the manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check autolamp sensor circuit
for short to power, open circuit

DTC Description Possible Cause Action B1C3277
Steering Column
Tilt Solenoid
TILT axis fails to move
minimum distance within
allotted time period. Motion
may have been prohibited due
to motor jamming, stalling or
solenoid pin not engaging Check for restricted/jammed steering column motor
mechanism. Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check
steering column motor UP/IN, DOWN/OUT circuit for short,
open circuit B1C3294
Steering Column
Tilt Solenoid
TELE axis moves when it has
not been commanded to.
Motion may have occurred due
to solenoid pin not
disengaging or mechanism has
been jammed on, whilst
REACH axis has been
commanded to move Check for stuck/jammed solenoid/switch. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check steering column motor
UP/IN, DOWN/OUT circuit for short, open circuit B1C3312
Steering Column
Tilt Feedback
Signal
Steering column tilt feedback
signal circuit - short to power Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check steering
column tilt feedback signal circuit for short to power B1C3314
Steering Column
Tilt Feedback
Signal
Steering column tilt feedback
signal circuit - short to
ground, open circuit Carry out any pinpoint tests associated with this DTC using
the manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check steering column tilt
feedback signal circuit for short to ground, open circuit B1C3477
Steering Column
Telescope
Solenoid
REACH axis fails to move
minimum distance within
allotted time period. Motion
may have been prohibited due
to motor jamming, stalling or
solenoid pin not engaging Check for restricted/jammed steering column motor
mechanism. Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check
steering column motor UP/IN, DOWN/OUT circuit for short,
open circuit B1C3494
Steering Column
Telescope
Solenoid
REACH axis moves when it has
not been commanded to.
Motion may have occurred due
to solenoid pin not
disengaging or mechanism has
been jammed on, whilst TILT
axis has been commanded to
move Check for stuck/jammed solenoid/switch. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check steering column motor
UP/IN, DOWN/OUT circuit for short, open circuit B1C3512
Steering Column
Telescope
Feedback Signal
Steering column TELE
feedback signal circuit - short
to power Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check steering
column TELE feedback signal circuit for short to power B1C3514
Steering Column
Telescope
Feedback Signal
Steering column TELE
feedback signal circuit - short
to ground, open circuit Carry out any pinpoint tests associated with this DTC using
the manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check steering column TELE
feedback signal circuit for short to ground, open circuit B1C3611
Steering Column
Tilt/Telescope
Switch
Steering column adjust switch
circuit - short to ground Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check steering
column adjust switch circuit for short to ground B1C4811
Flash to Pass
Switch
Main beam flash switch circuit
- short to ground Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check main beam
flash switch circuit for short to ground B1C4815
Flash to Pass
Switch
Main beam flash switch circuit
- short to power, open circuit Carry out any pinpoint tests associated with this DTC using
the manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check main beam flash switch
circuit for short to power, open circuit B1C5311
Front Wiper
Intermittent Data
Intermittent wipe switch
circuit - short to ground Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check intermittent
wipe switch circuit for short to ground B1C5315
Front Wiper
Intermittent Data
Intermittent wipe switch
circuit - short to power, open
circuit Carry out any pinpoint tests associated with this DTC using
the manufacturer approved diagnostic system. Refer to the
electrical circuit diagrams and check intermittent wipe switch
circuit for short to power, open circuit B1D3611
Turn Indicator
Switch
Direction indicator switch
circuit - short to ground Refer to the electrical circuit diagrams and check direction
indicator switch circuit for short to ground