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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 356 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDTC B1517CIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic
Circuit/System Testing
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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- Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the SDM or XM/ONSTAR fuse 24 in the BCM and ground.
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connectors at the BCM.
- Test for less than 5 ohms between the ground circuit terminal E12 X4 and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminals listed below and ground.
- Terminal D1 X3
- Terminal D12 X3
- If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
- Test for less than 5 ohms between the B+ circuit terminal 62 X1 and terminal B3 X3.
- If greater than the specified range, test the B+ circuit for an open/high resistance.
- If all circuits test normal, replace the BCM.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.