B3445

DTC B3445

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC B3445 00
- Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Circuit

Diagnostic Fault Information






Battery voltage is applied at all times to the body control module (BCM) from the BACKUP/STOP fuse located in the underhood fuse block. When the brake pedal is applied and the BCM receives a brake applied signal from the brake pedal position sensor (BPPS). It then applies battery voltage from the BACKUP/STOP fuse through the control circuit to the stop lamp PCB relay.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition is ON. The stop lamps must be commanded ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The BCM detects a short to ground on the stop lamp relay control circuit when the stop lamps are commanded ON.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The BCM will deactivate power to the stop lamp relay.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists.
* A history DTC will clear once 100 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles have occurred.

Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X3 harness connector at the underhood fuse block.
2. Connect a test lamp between the control circuit terminal 30 and B+.
3. Ignition ON, press and release the brake pedal. The test lamp should turn ON and OFF when changing between the commanded states.

• If the test lamp is always ON, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
• If the test lamp is always OFF, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.

4. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the underhood fuse block.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure. Verification Tests

* Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement