Data Link Communications Description

and Operation

Circuit Description

The data link connector (DLC) allows a scan tool to communicate with the class 2
serial data line. The serial data line is the means by which the microprocessor-
controlled modules in the vehicle communicate with each other. Once the scan
tool is connected to the class 2 serial data line through the DLC, the scan tool
can be used to monitor each module for diagnostic purposes and to check for
diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Class 2 serial data is transmitted on a single
wire at an average of 10.4 kbps. This value is an average, class 2 uses a
variable pulse width modulation to carry data and depending on the message it
may operate faster or slower. The bus will float at a nominal 7 volts during normal
operation. Each module can pull this lower during the transmission. The bus is
not at battery positive voltage or ground potential during normal operation. When
the ignition switch is in RUN, each module communicating on the class 2 serial
data line sends a state of health (SOH) message every 2 seconds to ensure that
the module is operating properly. When a module stops communicating on the
class 2 serial data line, for example if the module loses power or ground, the
SOH message it normally sends on the data line every 2 seconds disappears.
Other modules on the class 2 serial data line, which expect to receive that SOH
message, detect its absence; those modules in turn set an internal DTC
associated with the loss of SOH of the non-communicating module. The DTC is
unique to the module which is not communicating, for example, when the
inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) SOH message
disappears, several modules set DTC U1088. Note that a loss of serial data DTC
does not normally represent a failure of the module that set it.

Data Link Connector (DLC)

The data link connector (DLC) is a standardized 16-cavity connector. Connector

design and location is dictated by an industry wide standard, and is required to
provide the following:
• Scan tool power battery positive voltage at terminal 16
• Scan tool power ground at terminal 4
• Class 2 serial data at terminal 2
• Common signal ground at terminal 5

Class 2 Serial Data Line

The class 2 serial data line on this vehicle is a combination star-linear

configuration, where the body control module (BCM) is connected to multiple
modules. Refer to Data Link Connector (DLC) Schematics for schematics. The
following modules communicate on class 2 bus:
• The BCM
• The electronic brake control module (EBCM)
• The inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM)
• The instrument panel cluster (IPC)
• The powertrain control module (PCM)
• The radio
• The rear seat entertainment (RSE) assembly
• The transfer case shift control module (TCSCM)
• The vehicle communication interface module (VCIM) (OnStar®)
Body Control System Description and
Operation

BCM Functions

The body control module (BCM) performs multiple body control functions. The
BCM can control devices directly connected to its outputs based on input
information. The BCM evaluates this information and controls certain body
control systems by commanding outputs on or off. The BCM control inputs can
be:
• Sensors and switches that are directly connected to the BCM
• Class 2 serial data received from other control modules connected to the class 2
serial data link.
The BCM is also capable of controlling other vehicle systems that are not directly
wired to the BCM. The BCM does this by sending specific messages on the class
2 serial data link. The control module capable of performing the required function
will respond to the BCM message.
The BCM controls these functions:
• Audible warnings--Refer to Audible Warnings Description and Operation in
Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
• Automatic door locks--Refer to Power Door Locks Description and Operation in
Doors.
• Automatic headlamp control--Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and
Operation in Lighting Systems.
• Horns--Refer to Horns System Description and Operation in Horns.
• Interior lighting--Refer to Interior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in
Lighting Systems.
• Keyless entry--Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless
Entry.
• Passlock theft deterrent--Refer to Vehicle Theft Deterrent (VTD) Description and
Operation in Theft Deterrent.
 • Retained Accessory Power (RAP)--Refer to Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
Description and Operation .
• Front Wipers/Washer--Refer to Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation in
Wipers/Washer.
• Rear Wipers/Washer--Refer to Rear Wiper/Washer System Description and
Operation in Wipers/Washer.
• Sunroof--Refer to Sunroof Description and Operation in Roof

Power Mode

The BCM is the power mode master (PMM). Refer to Power Mode Description
and Operation for more information.
Power Mode Description and Operation

Serial Data Power Mode

On vehicles that have several control modules connected by serial data circuits,
one module is the power mode master (PMM). On this vehicle the PMM is the
body control module (BCM). The BCM uses 3 signals from the ignition switch:
• Ignition Off/Run/Crank
• Ignition 1 Run/Crank
• Ignition Accessory
To determine the correct power mode the BCM uses:
• The state of these signals
• The sequence of switch closures received by the BCM
• The status of the engine run flag (ERF)
The chart indicates the power modes detected and transmitted by the BCM:

BCM Input and Scan Tool Display

Correct Ignition
Switch Inputs and
ERF Ignition Ignition 1 Ignition Power
Power Modes
Accessory Run/Crank Off/Run/Crank Mode

Ignition Switch
Position

Off-Awake
OFF 0 Inactive Inactive Active
or RAP

ACC 0 Active Inactive Inactive Accessory

ON 0 Active Active Active Run

START 0 Inactive Active Active Crank

 ON 1 Active Active Active Run

Fail-safe Operation

Since the operation of the vehicle systems depends on the power mode, there is
a fail-safe plan in place should the body control module (BCM) fail to send a
power mode message. The fail-safe plan covers modules with discrete ignition
signal inputs as well as those modules using exclusively serial data control of
power mode.

Serial Data Messages

The modules that depend exclusively on serial data messages for power modes
stay in the state dictated by the last valid BCM message until they receive the
engine status from the powertrain control module (PCM). If the BCM fails, the
modules monitor the serial data circuit for the engine run flag serial data. If the
engine run flag serial data is true, indicating that the engine is running, the
modules fail-safe to Run. In this state the modules and their subsystems can
support all operator requirements. If the engine run flag serial data is false,
indicating that the engine is not running, the modules fail-safe to OFF-AWAKE. In
this state the modules are constantly checking for a change status message on
the serial data circuits and can respond to both local inputs and serial data inputs
from other modules on the vehicle.

Discrete Ignition Signals

Those modules that have discrete ignition signal inputs also remain in the state
dictated by the last valid BCM message received on the serial data circuits. They
then check the state of their discrete ignition input to determine the current valid
state. If the discrete ignition input is active, B+, the modules will fail-safe to the
RUN power mode. If the discrete ignition input is not active, open or 0 voltage,
the modules will fail-safe to OFF-AWAKE. In this state the modules are
constantly checking for a change status message on the serial data circuits and
can respond to both local inputs and serial data inputs from other modules on the
vehicle.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
Description and Operation

Serial Data Control of Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

The class 2 modules receive the power mode message from the body control
module (BCM) over the serial data circuits, indicating when the retained
accessory power (RAP) power mode is current. The BCM monitors the ignition
switch position, battery condition and passenger compartment doors status to
determine whether RAP should be initiated. The modules then support the
operation of the systems under their control as required by their RAP power
mode operation.
RAP will end when one of the following conditions is met:
• The BCM receives an input indicating the opening of any compartment door.
• The BCM internal timer for the RAP expires after approximately 10 minutes.
• The BCM detects a decrease in battery capacity below a prescribed limit.
The BCM then sends a serial data power mode message Off-Awake ending the
RAP function.
The modules that perform normally during RAP are:
• The radio
• The rear seat entertainment (RSE) assembly
• The vehicle communication interface module (VCIM) (OnStar®)

Relay Control of Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

The BCM keeps the RAP/ACC relay energized during all power modes, except
Off-Awake. The RAP/ACC relay provides power to the following systems:
• Power windows
• Sunroof
• Front wiper/washer
• Rear wiper/washer
FIGURE Power, Ground, and Subsystem References to DLC, A/T Shift Lock
Control, HVAC, Starting and Charging, Engine Controls, and Door Lock/Indicator
Systems(c)
FIGURE Subsystem References to ABS, Horn, Theft, and Wiper/Washer
Systems(c)
FIGURE Subsystem References to Doors, Interior Lights and Interior Lights
Dimming Systems(c)
FIGURE Subsystem References to Exterior Lighting and Fog Lights(c)
Data Link Connector (DLC) Schematics
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
Schematics
Computer/Integrating Systems
Connector End Views
Connector 1: Body Control Module (BCM) C1
Connector 2: Body Control Module (BCM) C2
Connector 3: Data Link Connector (DLC)

Body Control Module (BCM) C1

Connector Part Information

 OEM: 15480437
 Service: 88988604
 Description: 56-Way F GT 280/Micro 64 Series (BK)

Terminal Part Information

 Pins: A2-A6, A8-A48

 Terminal/Tray: 15359541/4
 Core/Insulation Crimp: M/M
 Release Tool/Test Probe: 15381651-2/J-35616-64A (L-BU)

 Pins: A7, B1-B8

 Terminal/Tray: 15304711/8
  Core/Insulation Crimp: Pins B3-B4, B6-B8: E/A, Pins A7, B1-B2, B5: 2/A
 Release Tool/Test Probe: 15315247/J-35616-4A (PU)

Body Control Module Wire Circuit

Function
(BCM) C1 Color No.

Pin

A1 -- -- Not Used

A2 YE 317 Fog Lamp Relay Control

Left Turn Signal Lamp Supply

A3 L-BU 14
Voltage

A4 -- -- Not Used

A5 PK/WH 1970 Headlamp Relay Control

A6 BK 755 RAP Relay Coil Control

A7 OG 2040 Battery Positive Voltage

A8 D-GN 113 Windshield Wiper Switch Signal 2

A9 -- -- Not Used

A10 WH 193 Rear Defog Relay Control

Passenger Door Lock Switch Lock

A11 L-BU 244
Control

A12 WH 194 Door Unlock Control

A13-A17 -- -- Not Used

Headlamp High Beam Relay

A18 BK/WH 1969
Control

Right Turn Signal Lamps Supply

A19 D-BU 15
Voltage

A20 YE 196 Windshield Wiper Motor Park

 Switch Signal

A21-A23 -- -- Not Used

A24 BN/WH 301 Park Lamp Relay Control

A25 -- -- Not Used

A26 RD/BK 1594 Ignition 3 Relay Control

A27-A28 -- -- Not Used

A29 OG 1732 Inadvertant Power Supply Voltage

A30 OG 1732 Inadvertant Power Supply Voltage

A31 L-BU 1134 Park Brake Switch Signal

A32 GY/BK 745 Left Front Door Ajar Switch Signal

A33-A36 -- -- Not Used

A37 L-BU 20 Stop Lamp Supply Voltage

Right Front Door Ajar Switch

A38 L-GN/BK 748
Signal

A39 BK/WH 746 Left Rear Door Ajar Switch Signal

A40 BK 28 Horn Relay Control

A41 PU 1807 Class 2 Serial Data

A42 PU 1807 Class 2 Serial Data

D-
A43 762 A/C Request Signal
GN/WH

Right Rear Door Ajar Switch

A44 L-BU/BK 747
Signal

A45 -- -- Not Used

A46 WH 156 Courtesy Lamp Low Control

A47 PU 1807 Class 2 Serial Data

 Left Rear Park Lamps Supply
A48 BN 2509
Voltage

Left Rear Stop/Turn Lamp Supply

B1 YE 18
Voltage

Right Rear Stop/Turn Lamp

B2 D-GN 19
Supply Voltage

B3 BK/WH 1251 Ground

B4 RD 228 Windshield Washer Pump Control

B5 OG 840 Battery Positive Voltage

B6 D-BU 338 Run/Crank Voltage

B7 BN 4 Accessory Voltage

B8 OG 1340 Battery Positive Voltage

Body Control Module (BCM) C2

Connector Part Information

 OEM: 15480439
 Service: 88988604
 Description: 56-Way F GT 280/Micro 64 Series (GY)
Terminal Part Information

 Pins: A1-A48
 Terminal/Tray: 15359541/4
 Core/Insulation Crimp: M/M
 Release Tool/Test Probe: 15381651-2/J-35616-64A (L-BU)

 Pins: B5-B8
 Terminal/Tray: 15304711/8
 Core/Insulation Crimp: E/A
 Release Tool/Test Probe: 15315247/J-35616-4A (PU)

Body Control Module Wire Circuit

Function
(BCM) C2 Color No.

Pin

Headlamp Dimmer Switch High

A1 PU 524
Beam Signal

Headlamp Switch Headlamps On

A2 WH 103
Signal

A3 GY 112 Windshield Wiper Switch Signal 1

Instrument Panel Lamps Dimming

A4 BN/WH 230
Control

A5 YE 183 Front Fog Lamp Indicator Control

Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp Supply

A6 L-BU 2114
Voltage

A7 BN/WH 301 Park Lamp Switch Signal

A8 BN 1356 Flash To Pass Switch Signal

Headlamp Switch Headlamps Off

A9 PU/WH 549
Signal

A10 PU 719 Low Reference

 D-
A11 1495 Dome Override Switch Signal
BU/WH

A12 PU 328 Interior Lamp Switch Signal

D- ONSTAR Voice Recognition Switch

A13 6796
BU/WH Signal

A14 WH 1390 Off/Run/Crank Voltage

A15-A16 -- -- Not Used

A17 BN/WH 1571 Traction Control Switch Signal

A18 OG 192 Front Fog Lamp Switch Signal

A19 GY 728 Security Indicator Control

A20-A23 -- -- Not Used

A24 L-BU 292 Rear Defog Switch Signal

A25 BK 28 Horn Relay Control

A26 D-BU 2115 TCS Requested Indicator Control

Instrument Panel Lamps Dimmer

A27 GY 8
Switch Signal

Instrument Panel Lamps Dimmer

A28 GY 8
Switch Signal

Instrument Panel Lamps Dimmer

A29 GY 8
Switch Signal

Instrument Panel Lamps Dimmer

A30 GY 8
Switch Signal

A31 BN 323 Shift Solenoid Supply Voltage

Rear Defog Indicator Supply

A32 TN 683
Voltage

A33 GY 8 Instrument Panel Lamps Dimmer

 Switch Signal

Instrument Panel Lamps Dimmer

A34 GY 8
Switch Signal

A35 -- -- Not Used

Instrument Panel Lamps Dimmer

A36 GY 8
Switch Signal

A37 WH 278 Ambient Light Sensor Signal

A38 PU 1807 Class 2 Serial Data

A39 PU 1807 Class 2 Serial Data

A40 OG 1732 Inadvertant Power Supply Voltage

A41 WH 156 Courtesy Lamp Low Control

A42 WH/BK 1073 Ignition Key Resistor Signal

Ambient Light Sensor Low

A43 BK 279
Reference

A44 PU 1807 Class 2 Serial Data

A45 L-BU 1508 Turn Signal Switch Signal

A46 OG 1732 Courtesy Lamp Supply Voltage

A47 WH 156 Courtesy Lamp Low Control

A48 WH 111 Hazard Switch Signal

B1-B4 -- -- Not Used

B5 RD 228 Windshield Washer Pump Control

B6 -- -- Not Used

B7 BN 4 Accessory Voltage

B8 D-BU 338 Run/Crank Voltage

Data Link Connector (DLC)

Connector Part Information

 OEM: 15317575
 Service: See Catalog
 Description: 16-Way F Metri-Pack 150 Series (BK)

Terminal Part Information

 Pins: 2, 4
 Terminal/Tray: 12129484/5
 Core/Insulation Crimp: See Terminal Kit
 Release Tool/Test Probe: See Terminal Kit

 Pins: 5, 16
 Terminal/Tray: 12129484/5
 Core/Insulation Crimp: E/A
 Release Tool/Test Probe: 12094429/J-35616-2A (GY)

Data Link Connector (DLC) Wire Color Circuit No. Function

Pin

1 -- -- Not Used

2 PU 1807 Class 2 Serial Data

 3 -- -- Not Used

4 BK 2050 Ground

5 BK/WH 1151 Ground

6-15 -- -- Not Used

16 OG 40 Battery Positive Voltage