Audible Warnings

The Body Control Module (BCM) will provide and audible warning for various events relating to the vehicle. The functions that provide and Audible Warning are Key in Ignition, Lights On, Occupant Restraint (seat belt) and Park Brake.

Key in Ignition Audible Chime
The BCM will provide an audible chime if the key is left in the ignition in either off or Accessory position with the drivers door open. The chime rate for this chime is 150 chimes per minute. The key in ignition chime has a higher priority than the lights on chime.

Lights On Audible Chime
The BCM will provide an audible chime if the park lights are on and the drivers door open. In addition one of two other conditions exists. The key is out of the ignition or the key is in the ignition at the off position and has not been turned. The BCM will chime at a rate of 200 chimes per minute until the conditions are removed.

Occupant Restraint Audible Chime
The BCM will provide an audible chime based on the class II message received from the SDM if the drivers seat belt is not buckled when the ignition is turned to run or crank. The chime rate for this feature is 50 chimes per minute.

Park Brake Audible Chime
The BCM will provide an audible chime for park brake when the park brake is applied and the vehicle speed is higher than 3 mph. The chime rate for this feature is 200 chimes per minute.