Where are the interior lights on a GMC?
Ground is provided to the left middle and left rear door at G302. When the driver uses the door key in order to unlock the doors, the BCM receives a door unlock signal. The BCM must have inputs that indicate that the ignition switch is OFF, the courtesy lamp switch is OFF and all the doors are closed. The BCM will then activate the interior lamps.
Why is the door ajar light on in my Silverado 1500?
Here’s a closer look at what you can do if you see the “door ajar” light on in your Silverado 1500. It sounds obvious, but having an open door is one of the most common culprits of a “door ajar” light. The door doesn’t have to be wide open for the light to come on.
How to fix a door ajar light on a Chevy?
Regardless if the the BCM is new or used from a yard it can be re-learned yourself by following this procedure. Replace BCM, connect battery and ensure its fully charged. Keep doors closed / do not open during this process. 1) Turn ignition to run position – then to crank BRIEFLY (do not start engine) then back to run position.
Why does my GMC front door light not turn off?
When the I/P dimmer switch is moved from MIN to MAX, all VF displays, as well as all incandescent back lighting respond from minimum intensity to maximum brightness in response to the I/P dimmer switch. The left and right front door switch illumination is controlled, receives voltage and ground from the DDM and the PDM respectively.
Why does my Chevy Silverado say left rear door is ajar?
Door is shut, but the “Left Rear Door Ajar” message displays on instrument panel, and the interior lights won’t turn off because the computer thinks the door is ajar. Tried shutting door multiple times with no change. Any suggestions short of bashing out all the interior lights?
Regardless if the the BCM is new or used from a yard it can be re-learned yourself by following this procedure. Replace BCM, connect battery and ensure its fully charged. Keep doors closed / do not open during this process. 1) Turn ignition to run position – then to crank BRIEFLY (do not start engine) then back to run position.
Where is the door switch on a 2004 Silverado?
2004 Silverado Crew. Drivers door switch has gone bad. The truck never knows when the door is open, requiring me to open another door to get the RAP (radio/lights) to shut off. Where can I find this switch on the door so that I may replace it?
Why does my car light not come on when I open the door?
If the lights are not coming on, then its possible the switch has failed. It also possible there is a short between the fuse and the door switch. Does your vehicle have a door ajar warning light, and if so does it turn on when you open the door?
When do the park lights turn on in a GMC?
When the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position, the radio VF display turns ON at maximum brightness. When the park lamps are ON, all incandescent back lighting turn on at the dimming level indicated by the instrument panel (I/P) dimmer switch. At the same time all VF displays dim to match the indicated dimming level.
Are there any interior lights that do not turn off?
The interior lighting consist of the following 2 groups. This first group includes lamps that may not be dimmed. The courtesy/illuminated entry lamps, may be manually turned on or off by placing the interior lamp switch in the ON or OFF position.
Why do my side lights flash when I indicate?
It can’t be because there is anything wrong with the side lights because they work normally” We now know that the side lights only appear to work correctly. The diagrams all show a common earth from both sets of rear lights on the caravan or trailer.
Why do all my rear lights come on?
“When I brake why do all my rear lights come on?” The answer is fairly simple, and a lot of people will tell you “It’s an earth fault” So often said simply because they have heard someone else say it but really they don’t understand how it can be an earth fault.
Why are my interior lights not turning on?
This little switch is held to the door jamb by a single bolt. Since this is a somewhat exposed location, the bolt can get corroded by water and the like over time. Since the switch also uses that bolt as a ground, a bad connection could cause weird lighting problems. Replace the sensor and check that bolt for corrosion.
What does the light on the side of the car mean?
Click Indicator light will turn on momentarily if the ignition switch is locked and will need the proper transponder-equipped key to restart. If the light is visible when the vehicle is on, then it typically indicates a malfunction in the security system. Click Indicator light means a fault with the side airbag. Click
What causes the door ajar warning light to stay on?
However, a fault in either the electrical or mechanical components can cause the door ajar warning light to remain on when the doors are closed, and possibly cause the interior lights to remain on. Can I drive with the door ajar warning light on?
Why does my Silverado not turn the lights on?
No that turns all the door sensors on our off. Only my driver side rear door doesn’t turn the lights on when that door is opened all other doors including the rear tailgate hatch work. I need to know where the door switch is for one particular door…
Why does my GMC Vanity lamp not turn off?
In the event that any of these lamps were to remain illuminated for a period of more than 10 minutes with the ignition switch in the OFF position, the BCM will deactivate the inadvertent power supply voltage circuit to prevent a total battery discharge condition. Ground is provided to the vanity lamps at G203.