Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Scan Tool Data Definitions: Outputs
- Ambient Light Sensor Relay
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The scan tool displays OFF or ON. When the BCM is not applying a 5 volt reference to the ambient light sensor, the scan tool displays Off. When the BCM is applying a 5 volt reference voltage to the ambient light sensor, the scan tool displays On.
- Backlight Dimming
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The scan tool displays Off or On. When the BCM is not commanding the dimmable lamps On, the scan tool displays Off. When the BCM is commanding the dimmable lamps ON, the scan tool displays On.
- DRL Relay
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The scan tool displays Off or On. When the BCM is not commanding the DRL relay ON, the scan tool displays Off. When the BCM is commanding the DRL relay ON, the scan tool displays On.
- Fog Lamp Relay
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The scan tool displays Off or On. When the BCM is not commanding the fog lamps relay ON, the scan tool will display Off. When the BCM is commanding the fog lamp relay ON, the scan tool will display On.
- Headlamp Relay
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The scan tool displays Off or On. When BCM is not commanding the headlamp relay ON, the scan tool will display Off. When the BCM is commanding the headlamp relay ON, the scan tool will display On.
- Inadvertent Power Relay
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The scan tool displays Off or On. When the BCM is not commanding the inadvertent power relay On, the scan tool will display Off. When the BCM is commanding the inadvertent power relay On, the scan tool will display On.
- Park Lamp Relay
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The scan tool displays Off or On. When the BCM is not commanding the park lamp relay ON, the scan tool will display Off. When the BCM is commanding the park lamp relay ON, the scan tool will display On.
- Theater Lighting
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The scan tool displays Off or On. When the BCM is not commanding the theater dimming ON, the scan tool displays Off. When the BCM is commanding the theater dimming ON the scan tool displays On.
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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.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.