What happens when Body Control Module goes bad?
If your control module bcm malfunctions, it can either actively cause damage to your car by messing up the systems that it controls or passively cause damage to your car by failing to alert you about systems that are malfunctioning. Ignoring BCM problems can cause widespread damage to your car.
What is a BCM fault?
A fault in the body control module will cause problems with the operation of one or more of the systems that it controls. The first sign of a problem may be when you go to unlock the car or open a door. The central locking may fail, or keyless entry if fitted may not work.
What to do if your BCM is failing?
BCM problems can also mask issues with other modules in your vehicle. ModuleExperts brings more than 100 years of combined experience in module diagnostics and repairs on all types of control modules including BCM’s. In many instances, ModuleExperts can repair your BCM.
Can a BCM have a no start condition?
Because of the BCM’s communications with other modules and components you may experience a no crank or no start condition. In many cases, your BCM will alert you to issues with symptoms, warning lights or both.
What happens when the dashboard instrumentation cluster malfunctions?
A malfunctioning BCM will activate dashboard instrumentation cluster error and warning lights. These lights may flash off and on if the BCM is not able to read the sensors correctly.
Is there a recall for a bad BCM?
There was no recall for this problem.. Bad (corroded) grounds on the Body Control Module or a bad Body Control Module…the BCM controls all of the things that you mention have gone nuts and some others too. Replacement of the BCM can only be done at a dealer as they have to program the part to your specific car in order for it to work correctly.
What kind of engine does Saturn Vue 4cyl have?
My wife has a 2003 Saturn Vue 4cyl that just hit 100K. All of the sudden the instrument panel has gone crazy. The RPM, Speed, Gas Guage, Temp all go up rapidly (if they work at all); ABS, Security, check engine, parking brake lights all go on and off.
Why are the indicator lights on my Vue not working?
I have a 2008 Vue and yesterday the indicator lights on the left side of the dashboard came on and won’t turn off (tire pressure, traction control, door ajar, air bag lights, gas gauge didn’t work, didn’t display gear I was in when I shifted out of drive). It was raining out when this happened.