Retained Accessory Power (RAP) On After Timeout

2005 Chevrolet Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN FSECTION Retained Accessory Power (RAP) On After Timeout


RETAINED ACCESSORY POWER (RAP) ON AFTER TIMEOUT

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
All retained accessory power (RAP) functions on this vehicle are controlled by the body control module (BCM) using class 2 serial data. If class 2 communication between the radio, BCM and data link connector (DLC) is functioning properly, and the door ajar switches are working properly, replace the BCM.

TEST

Steps 1-4:




RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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