Description & Operation

WARNING: Vehicles are equipped with air bag supplemental restraint system. Before attempting ANY repairs involving steering column, instrument panel or related components, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS and DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article.

Body control system controls anti-theft, automatic light control, illuminated entry, keyless entry, power door locks and rear wiper/washer systems. Body Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may be used along with other controllers for controlling the various systems. Body ECU may also be referred to as instrument panel ECU, instrument panel control ECU or instrument ECU.