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Table of Contents

System Overview
Terms and Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 501
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 502
Components
Component Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600
Component Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 601
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 700
Diagnostic Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 701
CAN Fault Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 702
Input Troubleshooting, Manual and Automated Transmissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703
Output Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 704
Specification
Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800

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500 — Terms and Abbreviations

CAN—Controller Area Network
CGW—Central Gateway
Chopped Signal—A signal with a fixed duty cycle.
Communication Protocol—A set of rules governing communication between electronic devices.
Datalink—A collection of wires, connecting system components, through which data is transmitted.
FMI—Failure Mode Indicator. The part of a J1587, J1939, and CAN fault code that identifies how part of a de-
vice, or item on a device, failed.
Parameter—A parameter is a specific value that is assigned to a feature or function of the vehicle, and allows
the customer to choose how that particular feature or function will work on the vehicle.
SA—Source Address; indicates numeric assignment for a device that communicates on J1939 or CAN.
SAE—Society of Automotive Engineers
SAM—Signal Detect and Actuation Module
SAM Cab—Signal Detect and Actuation Module Cab ("SAM Cabin"); this ECU controls mainly cab-related func-
tionality. See G02.04 — SAM Cab for more information.
SAM Chassis—Signal Detect and Actuation Module Chassis; this ECU controls mainly chassis-related function-
ality. See G02.05 — SAM Chassis for more information.

501 — General Information

The backup lighting and alarm provides both visual and audible warning and aft lighting when the transmission is
in reverse gear. The input, depending on the transmission type, is either a datalink signal from transmission con-
troller or a hardwired switch that is read by the SAM Chassis. The backup alarm is externally spliced with the
backup lamp.
The backup lighting feature reads the CAN-converted J1939 message (via the CGW) from the electronic trans-
mission, and the backup switch status message created from the backup switch. The SAM Chassis reads the
message from the SAM Cab indicating that the reverse gear is engaged or, for transmissions without datalink ca-
pability, the SAM Chassis reads a hardwired backup switch input and sends the status via a CAN message.
The pin "backup switch," from the SAM Chassis provides 12V to the backup switch, with a chopped IGN signal.
If the switch is closed, the fixed duty cycle (chopped) signal is also applied to "backup switch return." This means
a valid switch closure, and the switch is good.
If the backup switch return is shorted to GND, there will be no fixed duty cycle signal applied to the backup
switch return, indicating a fault condition.
If the backup switch return is shorted to BAT, there will not be a fixed duty cycle signal applied to the backup
switch return, indicating a fault condition.

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502 — Controls

2 3

1
4

SAM CHAS
09/27/2006 f544893

1. Reverse Gear and Ignition Switch Status

2. Backup Switch Return
3. Backup Switch Output
4. Backup Lamp

Fig. 1, Controls

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600 — Component Locations

1
09/27/2006 f001166

1. SAM Chassis 2. Backup Lights

Fig. 2, Component Locations

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601 — Component Details

1 2

09/26/2006 f544891

1. Male Connector 2. Female Connector

Fig. 3, Backup Light Connector

G
B 20 N
+ Nm D

06/18/2007 f544901

Fig. 4, SAM Chassis

700 — Troubleshooting Overview

The backup lights are controlled by the SAM system. Begin troubleshooting in G02.05 — SAM Chassis, section
706 — Logic Controlled Unfused Outputs.

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701 — Diagnostic Tools Required

• ServiceLink/DataLink Monitor
• Digital Multimeter
• ServiceLink
• DataLink Monitor template "Backup Lamp"

702 — CAN Fault Codes

NOTE: Unless otherwise specified, all voltage measurements reference system ground.
IMPORTANT: The batteries must be disconnected prior to any resistance tests being performed. Fail-
ure to do so may result in inconclusive resistance measurements.

CAN Fault Codes

SA SPN FMI Conn/Pin Fuse Relay Description Details
The fault is active if the voltage
detected at con X58 pin 19 is higher
Backup lamp – Voltage above
conn X58 than 8.1V when the backup lamps
71 520919 3 — — normal, or shorted to high
pin 19 are off. The fault becomes historic
source.
when the voltage detected is less
than 6.8V.
Action: With the backup lamp inactive, measure the voltage at conn X58 pin 19. Troubleshoot circuit 120B for a short to
BAT if 0V is not detected.
The fault is active if the current
detected at conn X58 pin 19 is
Backup lamp – Voltage below
conn X58 greater than 17.2A when the backup
71 520919 4 — — normal, or shorted to low
pin 19 lamps are active. The fault becomes
source.
historic when the current is less than
8A.
Action: With the backup lamps active, measure the voltage at conn X58 pin 19. If the voltage detected is not BAT voltage,
troubleshoot circuit 120B for a short to GND.
The backup switch does not reflect
the actual transmission reverse
Backup switch – Voltage
conn X59, pin 1 status. The backup switch is not
71 521001 3 — — above normal, or shorted to
conn X59, pin 3 receiving the transmission reverse
high source.
status from the electronic
transmission.
Action: Check the parameter to ensure it has an automated manual transmission, and not an automatic transmission.
Measure the voltage at conn X59 pin 1 and conn X59 pin 3. With the vehicle not in reverse, if the voltage detected at conn
X59 pin 1 is not 3 to 7V and conn X59 pin 3 is not 0V, troubleshoot circuits 120 and 120H for a short to BAT.
Table 1, CAN Fault Codes

703 — Input Troubleshooting, Manual and Automated Transmissions

Perform the following tests with the engine OFF and the ignition switch in the ON position. There are variations
of the backup lamp configurations, such as using an adapter harness without integral tail lamps. Or, for auto-
matic transmissions, there is a J1939 message indicating to the SAM Chassis that the transmission is in reverse.

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This symptom usually implies a problem with the SAM Chassis, typically a loss of main power, loss of Cabin
CAN, or an internal electronics failure with the SAM Chassis.
1. Measure the backup lamp switch chopped supply voltage.
1.1 Remove connector X59 from the SAM Chassis.
1.2 Set the multimeter to read AC voltage, and measure voltage between pin X59.1 and the SAM Chas-
sis ground terminal.
Is the voltage between 3 and 7 VAC between pin X59.1 and the SAM Chassis ground terminal?
YES ! The chopped signal supply is normal, go to step 2.
NO ! The chopped signal is not available. This signal should be present weather or not the transmission is
in reverse. Check the SAM Chassis parameters, and ensure that it is configured for a manual/automated
transmission, and not an automatic transmission.
2. Check the backup lamp switch return voltage, with the transmission in reverse.
2.1 Remove connector X59 from the SAM Chassis, and take the back cover of the connector off expos-
ing the back of the wires.
2.2 Insert a conducting metal probe in the back of terminal 3 on connector X59 (to back-probe the termi-
nal).
2.3 Install connector X59 to the SAM Chassis.
2.4 Put the transmission in reverse gear. It may be necessary to start the engine to get it in reverse..
2.5 Set the multimeter to read AC voltage, and measure voltage between terminal X59.3 and the SAM
Chassis ground terminal.
Is the voltage between 3 and 7 VAC at terminal X59.3 with the transmission in reverse?
YES ! The chopped return signal is normal. If problem persists, reevaluate the backup lamp function using
the DataLink Monitor template, and determine if there is a problem with the outputs, or with the SAM Chas-
sis.
NO !
The problem is with the backup switch and/or harness. Troubleshoot as required. Refer to drawings
in module 35H for more information about this switch input circuit.

704 Output Troubleshooting

The output can be tested by jumping connector/pins X59.1 to X59.3. This simulates a backup switch closure,
and should turn the backup lamp ON (manual and automatic transmissions only).
There are different configurations for the tail lamp assemblies. However, troubleshooting the backup lamp output
circuit should be very similar. Use the appropriate instructions that would apply to the configuration for either in-
tegral tail lamp assemblies or a jumper harness for the backup lamp.
1. Check for continuity in the backup lamp circuit(s).
1.1 Remove connector X58 from the SAM Chassis.
1.2 Measure resistance between the terminals:
• X58.19 and X58.8 left tail lamp assembly.
• X58.19 and X58.5 right tail lamp assembly

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Is there an open circuit in the backup/tail lamp output circuit(s)?

YES! Go to test 2.
NO ! Go to test 3.
2. Isolate the open circuit.
2.1 Remove connector X58 from the SAM Chassis.
2.2 Remove the connector to the backup/tail lamp(s) (depending on configuration).
2.3 Measure resistance in the harness:
• X58.19 to terminal(s) A for circuit 120B.
• X58.8 to terminal E for circuit GND1 (left tail lamp assembly).
• X58.5 to terminal E for circuit GND (right tail lamp assembly).
• Between pins A and E of the backup/tail lamp(s).
Is there low resistance (less then one ohm) in the circuits tested?
YES ! Install the backup/tail lamp connector(s) to their assemblies, and connector X58 to the SAM Chassis.
Perform a functional test of the backup lamps to determine if the problem is intermittent. If the problem still
exists, go back to the backup lamp DataLink Monitor template and evaluate the backup lamp functionality.
NO !Check the intermediate connector for an open circuit (see the appropriate G06 drawings in module
35H). Repair the harness with the affected open circuit or replace the bulb.
3. Determine if a short exists in the backup lamp circuit(s).
NOTE: A short circuit condition for the backup lamp circuit occurs when greater then 9.9 amps is
detected at the SAM Chassis. When a short circuit is cleared, an ignition cycle is required to turn
the backup lamps on again.
3.1 Remove connector X58 from the SAM Chassis.
3.2 Measure resistance between terminal X58.19 on the connector, and the ground stud on the SAM
Chassis.
Is there continuity between terminal X58.19 and ground, indicating a short circuit?
YES! Repair the short circuit in circuit 120B.
NO ! Perform a functional test of the backup lamp(s) to determine if the problem is intermittent. If the
problem still exists, continue with the "Backup Lamp" Datalink monitor template, and evaluate the backup
lamp functionality. Refer to G02.05 — SAM Chassis for more information.

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800 — Parameters
Parameters
Module Part Number Description Parameter ECU
Backup Lamps, backup switch
present, for Automated Manual
000 447 13 61 transmissions without support of PARM-CHAS, BKL, BKS, MAN, AUT
J1939 electronic transmission
controller 2 (ETC2) message.
SAM
35H Backup Lamps, backup switch not Chassis
present, for Automatic or
Automated Manual transmissions
000 447 14 61 PARM-CHAS, BKL, AT, ETC2
with support for J1939 electronic
transmission controller 2 (ETC2)
message.
Table 2, Parameters

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