Description And Operation: Description

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The Body Control Module (BCM):

• Receives hardwired input from sensors and switches
• Provides logic and output control of certain electrical systems
• Provides load shedding logic and control
• Acts as the central gateway module for the Controller Area Network (CAN) bus
• Supports flashing (reprogramming) of itself
• Is located behind the instrument panel above the left kick panel

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  1 - Left Kick Panel

Some advantages of the BCM include:

• Elimination of Diagnostic CAN Diagnostics (CAN D).
• CAN message optimizations.
• Controls all exterior lighting outputs.
• Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) connection on Local Interface Network (LIN) to BCM.
• Interior lighting and dimmable "Mood" lighting.
• Light Rain Sensor (LRS) connection on LIN to BCM.