Body Control Module (BCM)

2023 Jeep Compass AltitudeSECTION Body Control Module (BCM)
BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM)

Refer to COMPONENT INDEXΒ .
  • Receives hard wired input from sensors and switches
  • Provides logic and output control of certain electrical systems
  • Provides load shedding logic and control
  • Acts as the central module for the Controller Area Network (CAN) bus
  • Supports flashing (reprogramming) of itself as well as other Electronic Control Units (ECUs) on the CAN-bus network
  • Stores vehicle configuration data (PROXI)
RENDER: 1.0x

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