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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2005ALLURE (CANADA) V6-3.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISLIGHTING AND HORNSTESTING AND INSPECTIONSCAN TOOL TESTING AND PROCEDURESSCAN TOOL DATA DEFINITIONS
2005 Buick Allure (CANADA) V6-3.8L
Scan Tool Data Definitions
2005 Buick Allure (CANADA) V6-3.8LSECTION Scan Tool Data Definitions
SCAN TOOL DATA DEFINITIONS
BCM SCAN TOOL DATA DEFINITIONS
The BCM Scan Tool Data Definitions contains a brief description of all Lighting System related BCM parameters available on the scan tool.
CRUISE CONTROL DATA LIST
Stop Lamp Signal.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the PCM detects the stop lamps are applied, the scan tool will display ON.
BCM DATA LIST
Brake Apply Sensor.: The scan tool displays volts. The voltage level varies as the brakes are applied.
BCM INPUTS
Flash to Pass.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the multifunction switch is placed on the FTP position, the scan tool will display ON.
Front Fog Lamp Switch.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the fog lamp switch is placed in the ON position, the scan tool will display ON.
Hazard Switch Signal.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the hazard switch is placed in the ON position, the scan tool will display ON.
Headlamp OFF Switch.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the headlamp switch is placed in the OFF position, the scan tool will display ON.
High Beam Switch.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the headlamp dimmer switch is placed in the HIGH position, the scan tool will display ON.
Interior Light Switch.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the interior light switch is placed in the DOME position, the scan tool will display ON.
Interior Lights Power.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the interior lamps switch has voltage applied, the scan tool will display ON.
Left Turn Signal.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the turn signal switch is placed in the LEFT turn position, the scan tool will display ON.
Low Beam Switch.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the headlamp dimmer switch is placed in the LOW position, the scan tool will display ON.
LR Door Open Switch.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the LR door is open, the scan tool will display ON.
Park Brake Switch.: The scan tool display ON/OFF. When the park brake is applied, the scan tool will display ON.
Park Lamp Switch.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the headlamp switch is in the PARK position, the scan tool will display ON.
RF Door Lock Switch.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the RF door is open, the scan tool will display ON.
RR Door Open Switch.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the RR door is open, the scan tool will display ON.
Right Turn Signal.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the turn signal switch is placed in the right turn position, the scan tool will display ON.
BCM OUTPUTS
Backup Lamps.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. This output of the BCM is displayed as ON when the backup lamps are turned ON.
Brake Applied Outputs.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. This output of the BCM is displayed as ON when the brake pedal is applied.
Front Fog Lamp Relay.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. This output of the BCM is displayed as ON when the fog lamps are turned ON.
Instrumentation Backlight.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. This output of the BCM is displayed as ON when the I/P lamps are commanded ON by the BCM.
Interior Lamp Output.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. This output of the BCM is displayed as ON when the interior lamps are turned ON.
LF Turn/DRL Lamp Status.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. This output of the BCM is displayed as ON when the left turn signal is turned ON or when the BCM turns ON the DRL lamps.
LR Stop/Turn Signal Lamp.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. This output of the BCM is displayed as ON when the left turn signal is turned ON or when the brakes are applied.
Low Beam Relay Command.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. This output of the BCM is displayed as ON when the low beam headlamps are turned ON.
Park Lamp Relay.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. This output of the BCM is displayed as ON when the park lamps are turned ON.
RF Turn/DRL lamp Status.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. This output of the BCM is displayed as ON when the right turn signal is turned ON or when the BCM turns ON the DRL lamps.
RR Stop/Turn Signal Lamp.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. This output of the BCM is displayed as ON when the right turn signal is turned ON or when the brakes are applied.
BASS DATA LIST
BASS High During Learn.: The scan tool displays NO/YES. If a short to battery positive voltage is detected in the stop lamp switch signal circuit during calibration, then the scan tool will display YES.
BASS Learned.: The scan tool displays NO/YES. When the brake pedal position sensor has been calibrated correctly, the scan tool will display YES.
BASS Low During Learn.: The scan tool displays NO/YES. If a short to ground is detected in the stop lamp switch signal circuit during calibration, then the scan tool will display YES.
BASS Moved During Learn.: If the brake pedal is moved during calibration, the scan tool will display YES.
BASS Valid The scan tool displays NO/YES. When the brake pedal position sensor has been calibrated correctly, the scan tool will display YES.
Brake Lamp.: The scan tool displays ON/OFF. When the brake is applied the scan tool will display ON.
Current Position.: The scan tool displays COUNTS. The brake pedal position sensor applies a varying voltage to the BCM. The BCM then calculates the current position of the brake pedal.
Learned Home Position.: The scan tool displays COUNTS. The BCM displays the home position of the brake pedal position sensor.
Learn in Progress.: The scan tool displays NO/YES. When the brake pedal position sensor is being calibrated, the scan tool will display YES.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.