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.
Content Theft Deterrent
The body control module (BCM) provides the following content theft deterrent control functions. Some content theft deterrent control functions may be controlled and/or sent by other systems through the class 2 serial data link:
- Intrusion detection
- Status of the doors and rear endgate
- Lock cylinders
- Rear liftglass
- Power door locks
- The keyless entry system
- Intrusion notification
- Security indicator LED
- Flashes the headlamps
- Sounds the horns
- Disables fuel delivery to the engine
- Content theft deterrent personalization
Refer to Theft Systems Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent for more information.
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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.