Easy Entry/Easy Exit

The easy entry/easy exit function moves the steering column to the full upward position when the vehicle is in the PARK position and the ignition is OFF.

The BCMB monitors the steering column position using Hall-effect sensors that are integral to the tilt and telescopic motors. The BCMB commands the steering column to the full upward position when the ignition status message indicates the ignition is OFF. The BCMB cancels this operation if a valid input is received from the steering column control switch or memory position switch.

The BCMB records the current steering column position before powering the steering column for an easy exit operation. This recorded position returns the steering column to this position on the next easy entry operation. During easy entry operation, the steering column is either returned to the position previous to the easy exit operation or to the saved memory preset if a RKE transmitter is used.

The easy entry/easy exit feature can be enabled or disabled using the message center. Refer to Driver Controls in the Owner's Literature for instructions for using the message center.

Component Description

Steering Column Control Switch 

The steering column control switch is a momentary contact switch that is connected directly to the LH side of the SCCM and controls the forward, rearward, upward and downward movement of the steering column. The steering column control switch is serviced separately.

Steering Column Tilt Motor 

The BCMB provides power and ground to the tilt motor, which controls the upward and downward position of the power adjustable steering column. The tilt motor is equipped with a Hall-effect type rotation sensor that sends digital signals to the BCMB. The BCMB uses these signals to calculate the location of the steering column in relation to the full up and down positions and to make sure the tilt motor does not stall against the steering column end of travel in the up or down direction. The tilt motor is serviced separately from the steering column.

Steering Column Telescopic Motor 

The BCMB provides power and ground to the telescopic motor, which controls the inward and outward position of the power adjustable steering column. The telescopic motor is equipped with a Hall-effect type rotation sensor that sends digital signals to the BCMB. The BCMB uses these signals to calculate the location of the steering column in relation to the full forward and rearward positions and to make sure the telescopic motor does not stall against the steering column end of travel in the forward or rearward direction. The telescopic motor is serviced separately from the steering column.