Information on Body Control Module (BCM) Grounds
Subject:
Models: 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne
2008-2012 Buick Enclave
2006-2011 Cadillac DTS
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2007-2009 Cadillac SRX SUBJECT: Information on Body Control Module
2007–2012 Cadillac Escalade Models (BCM) Grounds
2008-2012 Cadillac CTS MODELS AFFECTED:
2006-2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2007–2012 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe
2006-2012 Chevrolet Impala 2008-2012 Chevrolet Express
2007-2009 Chevrolet Equinox 2007-2012 GMC Yukon
2008-2012 GMC Savana
2007–2012 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe
MODEL YEAR(S):
2008-2012 Chevrolet Express, Traverse
2006 and Beyond
2007-2012 GMC Acadia, Sierra, Yukon Models
2008-2012 GMC Savana DATE: 08/13/2009
2007-2009 Pontiac Torrent
REV. DATE: 10/05/2012
2007-2010 Saturn OUTLOOK
2008-2010 Saturn VUE
2008-2010 HUMMER H2
ADVISORY:
This bulletin is being revised to update the models and model years. Please discard Corporate
Bulletin Number 07-08-47-004C (Section 08 — Body & Accessories).
The purpose of this bulletin is to inform dealers of an issue that could cause internal module damage
The purpose of this bulletin is to inform dealers of an issue that could cause internal module damage to
to the Body Control Module (BCM).
the Body Control Module (BCM).
The BCM may be damaged when the module is supplied with battery power and the ground path is
The BCM may be damaged when the module is supplied with battery power and the ground path is
removed.
removed. You must
You must remove
remove the negative
the negative battery
battery cable
cable first
first beforeremoving
before removingaaBCM
BCMground.
ground.
Issue
Issue 1 1
Below is a list of vehicles and the components that the BCM ground path passes through. The nega-
tive battery cable must be removed when removing the components noted below.
• 2008-2010 HUMMER H2 (Instrument panel electrical center)
• 2008-2010 Saturn VUE (I/P splice pack)
Issue 2
It is important to note when removing a ring terminal ground, splice pack connector, or inline harness
connector for all the vehicles listed in the model section above, that it doesn’t include a BCM ground
path. You must remove the negative battery cable if you determine that it is a BCM ground path.
As an example: If the BCM grounds become disconnected, internal damage to the BCM will occur.
Other systems controlled by the BCM will also be affected, such as an inoperative or intermittent con-
dition in one or more of the following systems:
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Body Control Module (BCM) Grounds Issue 2
Issue 2, cont.
• Interior lighting will remain on or will not work
• Exterior lighting will remain on or will not work
• Remote keyless entry
• Door locks
• Power windows and mirrors
• Remote vehicle start
• Remote trunk release
Below is a list of vehicles and the components that the BCM ground path passes through. The negative
battery cable must be removed when removing the components noted below.
• 2008-2010 HUMMER H2 (Instrument panel electrical center)
• 2008-2010 Saturn VUE (I/P splice pack)
Issue 2
It is important to note when removing a ring terminal ground, splice pack connector, or inline harness
connector for all the vehicles listed in the model section above, that it doesn't include a BCM ground path.
You must remove the negative battery cable if you determine that it is a BCM ground path.
As an example: If the BCM grounds become disconnected, internal damage to the BCM will occur. Other
systems controlled by the BCM will also be affected, such as an inoperative or intermittent condition in one
or more of the following systems:
• Interior lighting will remain on or will not work
• Exterior lighting will remain on or will not work
• Remote keyless entry
• Door locks
• Power windows and mirrors
• Remote vehicle start
• Remote trunk release
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of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a
VOLUNTARY
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safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that TECHNICIAN
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