2002 GMC C3500 HD 6.5 F, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Lighting DTCS

LIGHTING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST

DTC Description
DTC B1397 5 Volt Reference Output Circuit Voltage Low
DTC B1398 5V Reference Circuit Voltage High
DTC B1480 Courtesy Lamps Supply Voltage Circuit Voltage Low
DTC B2527 Front Fog Lamp Switch Signal Circuit Is Shorted To Ground
DTC B2577 Headlamp Relay Coil Supply Voltage Circuit Shorted To Ground
DTC B2585 Interior Park Lamps Supply Voltage Circuit
DTC B2613 Instrument Panel Lamp Supply Voltage Circuit Is Shorted To Battery Voltage
DTC B2617 Courtesy Lamp Relay Coil Control Circuit Is Open Or Shorted To Ground
DTC B2618 Courtesy Lamp Relay Coil Control Circuit Is Open Or Shorted To Ground
DTC B2642 Ground Illumination Relay Control Circuit Is Open Or Shorted To Ground
DTC B2643 Ground Illumination Relay Control Circuit Is Shorted To Battery Voltage
DTC B2647 Ambient Light Sensor Input Voltage Low
DTC B2648 Ambient Light Sensor Input Voltage High
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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.