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.
Asleep & Awake Functions
Wake-up signals turn Body Control Module (BCM) on to begin controlling and/or monitoring certain functions. On 2001 models, BCM wake-up inputs include door ajar switches, ignition switch actuation, inadvertent power feedback, driver door lock and trunk release actuation. On 2002 models, BCM wake-up inputs are the same as 2001 models and also include headlamp actuation, key-in-ignition, parklamp actuation, and detection of battery disconnect and reconnect.
The BCM will sleep if there are no delay timers activated, no output commands, no serial 2 data activity, or ignition switch is in OFF position.
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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.