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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Schematic Reference: Exterior Lights Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Lighting Systems Connector End Views or Computer/Integrating Systems Connector End Views in Computer/Integrating Systems

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

2

Verify that the backup lamps are inoperative.

Do the backup lamps operate normally?

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 3

3

Is only one backup lamp inoperative?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Use the scan tool to check if there are any codes set in the current or history Powertrain DTC Information.

Are any codes present?

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

Go to Step 6

5

Test the backup lamp supply voltage and ground circuit for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct a condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 7

6

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the body control module (BCM). Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 8

7

Replace the affected backup lamp bulb or printed circuit board. Refer to Backup Lamp Bulb Replacement or Tail Lamp Circuit Board Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 9

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8

Replace the BCM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 9

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9

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3